South Carolina

[dixiebeast]

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Are you still interested in the Cochin girls? I think it was you! If so, let me know. My kids probably won't notice!

I might could also part with an EE girl or two for your boys.

yes yes yes..... and yes.... but friday is payday so Id have to wait till then if thats ok...
pm me or email if you want [email protected]

yuppers Im happy !!!!

Hey Pink...I may be interested in a EE roo...got pics?

 

[Joycats]

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Two thoughts:

Remind me what BOSS is?

And, sometimes, a hen will sit on a nest for a while and just not lay anything. I have watched some of my newer layers sit for quite a while and check as soon as they leave the nest and there is no egg.

Unfortunatly I have witnessed the egg eating and the attempt the next day....no eggs today but who knows if one was laid for sure?

Just a thought, how bright and open is your nest box? Sometimes making the nest box darker makes a difference, and maybe make the boxes smaller so only one bird at a time can fit in there. It should be comfortable only for a hen to sit and lay an egg, not several to climb in and have dinner.

 

[Joycats]

I had this article on my Facebook page today and thought I would share it with you all here since this has been a big issue for a lot of folks this year. This seems to be a good, simple description that even my little blond head could understand.

Chick Tip: Coccidiosis
by Purina Poultry on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 5:38pm
“Stopping the threat”

Coccidiosis is caused by a microscopic parasite called coccidia that is transmitted by the droppings from infected birds. In other words, anywhere there’s a microscopic trace of bird poop—in a waterer, a feeder, or in bedding—there’s almost certainly coccidia present.

One of the best ways to prevent a coccidiosis outbreak is by practicing responsible sanitation and litter management. Believe it or not, when the conditions are just right, coccidia can survive for up to four years outside a bird’s body. And these hardy little organisms can be transmitted via boots, equipment, insects and rodents. You’re going to need a multi-tiered approach to minimize the threat.

Here are some suggestions:
Keep the premises as dry as possible. Coccidia love moisture.
Never introduce new adult birds into your flock. Birds that appear healthy can be carriers of a number of deadly diseases. Quarantine them first.
Raise chicks in isolation. Mature birds can pass along diseases and parasites to vulnerable young birds. Birds tend to acquire some natural immunity to coccidian as they age, but chicks are very vulnerable to infection.
Thoroughly clean and disinfect the brooder between broods. This includes any equipment the chicks will come in contact with. It is imperative that you allow time for complete drying before adding litter. Once the premises are dry, place four to six inches of dry, fresh litter material (wood shavings or a commercial absorbent litter material) on the floor.
Provide clean water at all times. A typical problem is that brooder bedding or dust (containing feces) gets scratched into the water source. If possible, elevate the waterer slightly to the level of the birds’ backs, and continue to elevate further as the birds grow; this will help to keep the water clean. Clean waterers relentlessly. And never let the waterer run dry—it will force the birds to search for water in puddles, which are almost certainly contaminated.
Provide clean bedding. If feces are in the bedding, they’re on the birds’ feathers, and the birds will ingest them while preening (using their beaks to clean themselves). Replace wet bedding around waterers and add bedding to any problem spots.
Let sunlight do some of the work. Coccidia hate sunlight. It’s a natural disinfectant. Incorporate as much natural sunlight into your brooder as possible.
Ask your veterinarian about vaccinating. A commercial coccidiosis vaccine is available, but it’s not beneficial for every flock. Consult your veterinarian before using the vaccine.

Remember, exposure to coccidia isn’t the threat—frankly, it’s unavoidable. Even wild birds carry coccidia. The serious threat comes from prolonged over-exposure to coccidia in a stressful, unsanitary environment that can overwhelm a bird’s immune system.

 

[huckleberryfarm]

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yes, they were howling right outside our bedroom window last night. Drove our dogs crazy

I feel for all of you with coyotes around your house! I worry they will figure out what a easy meal they would have here every night! We have not even seen any deer this year the coyotes are so bad! We usually have deer coming into the back field to eat and have not seen any this last few month. But the wild turkey are thick--and probably have Pox!!

We heard the coyotes Thursday night and Friday night at the farm. Then Saturday we saw them two different times running through the pastures... in broad daylight! Dang coyotes.

 

[Joycats]

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I feel for all of you with coyotes around your house! I worry they will figure out what a easy meal they would have here every night! We have not even seen any deer this year the coyotes are so bad! We usually have deer coming into the back field to eat and have not seen any this last few month. But the wild turkey are thick--and probably have Pox!!

We heard the coyotes Thursday night and Friday night at the farm. Then Saturday we saw them two different times running through the pastures... in broad daylight! Dang coyotes.

Yep, they've been a nuisance here for a couple of years now. The worst coyote attacks have happened in broad daylight. They watch the birds and learn their routine, then they grab them. I've witnessed them going after my birds at all times of the day, the last time was at 10:00 in the morning. They came right up in my backyard and grabbed a hen. I've also walked out on my front porch to have one staring at me from the sidewalk after having chased my cats up on the porch. He did not run from me either, just stood there only a few feet away. Coyotes are dangerous and scary. We aren't seeing the deer as much here anymore either.

I forgot to say that I have witnessed the coyotes working together. They split up and one pair will keep the dogs focused on one part of the yard while the other pair or trio is grabbing birds on the other side of the property. In spring, we see the adults bring the pups out to teach them how to hunt. They are very smart and hard to kill. And they will wipe out your flock in no time.

 

[huckleberryfarm]

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We heard the coyotes Thursday night and Friday night at the farm. Then Saturday we saw them two different times running through the pastures... in broad daylight! Dang coyotes.

Yep, they've been a nuisance here for a couple of years now. The worst coyote attacks have happened in broad daylight. They watch the birds and learn their routine, then they grab them. I've witnessed them going after my birds at all times of the day, the last time was at 10:00 in the morning. They came right up in my backyard and grabbed a hen. I've also walked out on my front porch to have one staring at me from the sidewalk after having chased my cats up on the porch. He did not run from me either, just stood there only a few feet away. Coyotes are dangerous and scary. We aren't seeing the deer as much here anymore either.

I forgot to say that I have witnessed the coyotes working together. They split up and one pair will keep the dogs focused on one part of the yard while the other pair or trio is grabbing birds on the other side of the property. In spring, we see the adults bring the pups out to teach them how to hunt. They are very smart and hard to kill. And they will wipe out your flock in no time.

We lost three lambs to them this spring. I have two ewes that seem to be getting ready to give birth. Ugh!

 

[CarolinaChickenKeeper]

Off topic, but my baby sis will be on "The Newlywed Game" tomorrow night. Game Show Network, 7pm, Amy and Mike. I'm wondering if her Hawaii trip this summer was not on her dime?!?!

 

[Moonchild]

I put Rosie(SWL) back in the tractor tonight. I gave her oats and food and treated water just incase of infestation, but I think, but maybe wrong, it's just because she's on the bottom of the pecking order and the others will not let her eat and drink properly. Cause when I put her in the tractor she ate for an hour and 1/2 straight. The babies in the bigcoop are higher up on the pecking order than her, plus she's not aggressive at all.... SO I'm gonna leave her in the tractor and see if her strength returns.

Such a sweet and beautiful chicken I hope all is well soon with her.

 

[Jackie B.]

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Yep, they've been a nuisance here for a couple of years now. The worst coyote attacks have happened in broad daylight. They watch the birds and learn their routine, then they grab them. I've witnessed them going after my birds at all times of the day, the last time was at 10:00 in the morning. They came right up in my backyard and grabbed a hen. I've also walked out on my front porch to have one staring at me from the sidewalk after having chased my cats up on the porch. He did not run from me either, just stood there only a few feet away. Coyotes are dangerous and scary. We aren't seeing the deer as much here anymore either.

I forgot to say that I have witnessed the coyotes working together. They split up and one pair will keep the dogs focused on one part of the yard while the other pair or trio is grabbing birds on the other side of the property. In spring, we see the adults bring the pups out to teach them how to hunt. They are very smart and hard to kill. And they will wipe out your flock in no time.

We lost three lambs to them this spring. I have two ewes that seem to be getting ready to give birth. Ugh!

Oh no! Can you rig up hot wire or keep them in a barn? Little babies!!!

I've got the lights off and the windows open to see if I can hear them again tonight. Moon is full...

 

[CarolinaChickenKeeper]

Jackie B. :

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We lost three lambs to them this spring. I have two ewes that seem to be getting ready to give birth. Ugh!

Oh no! Can you rig up hot wire or keep them in a barn? Little babies!!!

I've got the lights off and the windows open to see if I can hear them again tonight. Moon is full...​

Full Moon, and howling coyotes......freaky