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[Stevens21]

I candled some eggs that should hatch on the 18th, it looks like it is seeping though and I see it moving it around. I am not sure what I should do with it or wait out. None of my shipped eggs made it sadly, so with this hatch should only be about 7 going to lock down. I have 14 in lock down now.

 

[minihorse927]

I candled some eggs that should hatch on the 18th, it looks like it is seeping though and I see it moving it around. I am not sure what I should do with it or wait out. None of my shipped eggs made it sadly, so with this hatch should only be about 7 going to lock down.  I have 14 in lock down now. 

I have put nail polish on seeping eggs that were still alive. Check them often though as if they die the egg will quickly explode and usually ruin the rest of your viable eggs. Most people throw seeping eggs out whether they are alive our not due to the risk factor. It's up to you. I see it as if it's an expensive shipped egg and there it's a chance of survival, I'll risk it. I also do candle it every other day though do if it does quit, I can throw it away.

 

[OHhappychicks]

Here's more Chicky-Chick (named by my 6 year old)

Ok!! I'm going to have to put her on my list! I absolutely am in love!!

If you ever have a couple you would like to sell, or know where I can get some. please let me know! Can you get them at Lucasville poultry show or trade days?

 

[OHhappychicks]

ivomec pour on is actually for cattle, it treats both internal and external parasites. if you decide to use it, make sure you get it on the skin of the chicken - it wont work if you just get it on the feathers. if you eat your eggs i dont know if i would go this route. i dont notice any problems with fertility or hatchability with it.

that quick chicks will work, i just use the stuff tsc sells. i am 99% sure its a durvet product.

I think I will pass on the ivomec, as we do eat our eggs. Does any one know of another parasite treatment that is safe? What about 7 dust? Or wood ashes mixed with de. I haven't had any problem with external parasites and as for internal parasites, I'm not sure how to know that. They all seem to be very healthy. I put acv in their water occasionally. We keep our pens pretty clean also. They free range.
Two of my best layers, EE's, are molting, so I guess that explains why they aren't laying. Not sure about the bantys, I guess they could be starting to molt as they are about the right age for their first molt. My older spring chicks are between 18 to 14 weeks, so should start to see some of them lay in about a month.

My only layer right now is my maran and we are getting 3-4 eggs a week from her, but she should start to molt soon also. Should I be feeding the molting hens any thing special. It seems I read somewhere to feed them more protein? is that correct?

 

[cluckitall]

OHhappychicks, if you visit the learning center, you'll find articles on almost every area of chicken care you can possibly imagine It really is a wonderful resource! Ivomec (ivermectin) doesn't have a stated withdrawal period, but Ive never felt uncomfortable using it on my laying flock -- I just chuck the eggs for 3 weeks after I apply it. The stuff really does kill everything! Mites. intestinal worms... I use it once a year. I personally don't use sevin dust, although I know a lot of people swear by it. I use diatomaceous earth in my coops, sprinkled liberally whenever I do a thorough clean-out. ACV in the water is a big help, and healthy for the chickens besides. (It does have to be the unfiltered kind -- the kind with sediment in the bottle -- not the clear apple cider vinegar you usually use for cooking).

To worm or not to worm is an age-old debate. I know people who have never wormed their chickens. I also know people who do it four times a year religiously. Here's a good basic article covering different types of worms, signs of infestation, and treatments: https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/worms-and-worming

And yep, chickens will very seldom lay when molting, and extra protein is a good idea

It took me a long time to figure out the search engine here, so I'll pass this along: if you type in the topic you're looking for, then when the list of results comes up, look on the left hand side of the page -- there's a list (threads, products, reviews, etc...) of links to narrow your search results. If you click "articles" it'll give you a list of the articles about that subject, not a zillion posts I hope that helps!

 

[big medicine]

I believe there is a form of Ivermectin labled for use on dairy cattle with no withdrawl for milk consumption, so if you believe the government, must be pretty safe.

 

[ShayBaby]

Ok!! I'm going to have to put her on my list!  I absolutely am in love!!       If you ever have a couple you would like to sell, or know where I can get some. please let me know!  Can you get them at Lucasville poultry show or trade days?

Of my 40+ chickens, she's absolutely my favorite! Adorable and sweet to boot. She's my only Showgirl at the moment but they are a breed I plan to breed and work with. I got her at the Lucasville Swap Days! Of course I can't guarantee they'll be there in October, but there's usually a booth set up somewhere near the middle of the grounds that sells white Showgirls (where I got her), good quality ones at that. If you can make it down, hopefully you can pick up some of her siblings! Hehe. I'm not sure about the poultry show. And I haven't been able yet to find anyone relatively local that sells them.

 

[OHhappychicks]

OHhappychicks, if you visit the learning center, you'll find articles on almost every area of chicken care you can possibly imagine It really is a wonderful resource! Ivomec (ivermectin) doesn't have a stated withdrawal period, but Ive never felt uncomfortable using it on my laying flock -- I just chuck the eggs for 3 weeks after I apply it. The stuff really does kill everything! Mites. intestinal worms... I use it once a year. I personally don't use sevin dust, although I know a lot of people swear by it. I use diatomaceous earth in my coops, sprinkled liberally whenever I do a thorough clean-out. ACV in the water is a big help, and healthy for the chickens besides. (It does have to be the unfiltered kind -- the kind with sediment in the bottle -- not the clear apple cider vinegar you usually use for cooking).

To worm or not to worm is an age-old debate. I know people who have never wormed their chickens. I also know people who do it four times a year religiously. Here's a good basic article covering different types of worms, signs of infestation, and treatments: https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/worms-and-worming

And yep, chickens will very seldom lay when molting, and extra protein is a good idea

It took me a long time to figure out the search engine here, so I'll pass this along: if you type in the topic you're looking for, then when the list of results comes up, look on the left hand side of the page -- there's a list (threads, products, reviews, etc...) of links to narrow your search results. If you click "articles" it'll give you a list of the articles about that subject, not a zillion posts I hope that helps!

Thanks for the info! I due use the organic acv. I use de in coops also. Thanks for the link to worming, too.

 

[OHhappychicks]

Of my 40+ chickens, she's absolutely my favorite! Adorable and sweet to boot. She's my only Showgirl at the moment but they are breed I plan to breed and work with. I got her at the Lucasville Swap Days! Of course I can't guarantee they'll be there in October, but there's usually a booth set up somewhere near the middle of the grounds that sells white Showgirls (where I got her), good quality ones at that. If you can make it down, hopefully you can pick up some of her siblings! Hehe.

When is the best time to go, so you can get them? Do they sell fast? I've never had a pet chicken, but I can see one of these being my pet!!!

 

[OHhappychicks]

I believe there is a form of Ivermectin labled for use on dairy cattle with no withdrawl for milk consumption, so if you believe the government, must be pretty safe.

I'm not big on chemical or antibiotics unless it is absolutely necessary. I would if I had to. I'm more of a preventative type. And no, just because the government says it is safe, I don't!

I will think on it. I've never used anything like that before and my flock has been healthy. But thanks for the imput!