chickmamato7
Songster
I have a chicken losing feathers from over mating and it's getting pretty bad (plus it's cold out), so she needs protection. Being new to chickens, I of course chose the cutest saddle rather than the most practical one that would actually work. It was designed to look like a dress, with a little *red* bow (which could easily bet picked off and swallowed) & adorable fringe around the bottom (to attract lots of interest). The backside is made of lightweight material, so the "dress" flips up when she runs or tries to fly, leaving her back completely unprotected while she's being chased down due to the red decorations. Lesson learned.
I found two other saddles, made by experienced chicken owners, and was hoping to get some opinions from those who have successfully used saddles, on the practicality of their design. I've already ordered 2 different aprons of poor design & don't want to waste any more money.
Here's what I found that looks like it might work:
https://www.chickenarmor.com/?~~id=98775301&~~mode=product
Any thoughts?
*The image below is the cute apron which did not work*
I found two other saddles, made by experienced chicken owners, and was hoping to get some opinions from those who have successfully used saddles, on the practicality of their design. I've already ordered 2 different aprons of poor design & don't want to waste any more money.
Here's what I found that looks like it might work:
https://www.chickenarmor.com/?~~id=98775301&~~mode=product
Any thoughts?
*The image below is the cute apron which did not work*