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[getaclue]

My internet is currently down. I guess Frontier is experiencing difficulty. Good thing I have a tablet, and a good Data plan.

 

[getaclue]

runt, glad it's doing better.

 

[Wickedchicken6]

I cannot believe that of the eggs I collected on Saturday afternoon that have sat here in pails until I checked the eggs last night and put them in the incubator...one of the four embryos is still alive and moving tonight.

 

[getaclue]

Yay, internet is back up.

 

[runt325]

She's doing good eating and pooping and drinking and it's been 3 days so far on this one hope it makes it

 

[ronott1]

She's doing good eating and pooping and drinking and it's been 3 days so far on this one hope it makes it

That is good news!

 

[runt325]

But how is everyone today

 

[chickisoup]

Good morning everyone!

Wow! I get busy for a few days and I'm 20+ pages behind!!! I will read them all (just scanned) soon I promise, but for now I'll just say I hope that summer and Father's Day found you all safe and well.
Hi Runt35 so sorry for your losses, I know it's tough losing the little ones. Have you been able to get any Nutridrench for the little survivor? I've had it be an actual miracle worker for chicks that aren't thriving.
Speaking of chicks, I finally got some picks of my littles. Here they are on their 1 week post hatch. Can't believe how healthy and active these chicks are compared to what I've gotten from other hatcheries.

What I decided to keep are; 3 BO's, 2 BA's, 1 SLW and 1 GLW.

look at the markings on this baby SLW. I'm thinking she's going to be a beauty.

Sorry the pics arent' better but these littles don't sit still in one spot long enough to get a shot!!!

The puppers just has to get a peek!

This is my brooder for the first two weeks. (Works up to 4 for weeks for fewer chicks) Works great. Then, if weather permits out, to the new brooder setup in the new coop addition.

 

[chickisoup]

Well, we have a SECOND day today with no rain, at least until the heavy storms roll in again around dark, sigh, so I have to get outside and get some finish work done on the project. Yesterday I finally got the paint done on the new side, the old side is getting a fresh coat next. I also got the hardware cloth and the chicken wire up dividing the sides now all I have left is to build the roost and catch board on that side and hang the new sliding door my sweet DH built for me. Cut the hole for the pophole thru the outer wall and hang the door AND we're done!!! Finally! Anyway, back to work, see you all later!

 

[runt325]

Good morning everyone! View attachment 1049510
Wow! I get busy for a few days and I'm 20+ pages behind!!! I will read them all (just scanned) soon I promise, but for now I'll just say I hope that summer and Father's Day found you all safe and well.
Hi Runt35 so sorry for your losses, I know it's tough losing the little ones. Have you been able to get any Nutridrench for the little survivor? I've had it be an actual miracle worker for chicks that aren't thriving.
Speaking of chicks, I finally got some picks of my littles. Here they are on their 1 week post hatch. Can't believe how healthy and active these chicks are compared to what I've gotten from other hatcheries.
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look at the markings on this baby SLW. I'm thinking she's going to be a beauty.View attachment 1049515Sorry the pics arent' better but these littles don't sit still in one spot long enough to get a shot!!!View attachment 1049513View attachment 1049516 The puppers just has to get a peek! View attachment 1049517 This is my brooder for the first two weeks. (Works up to 4 for weeks for fewer chicks) Works great. Then, if weather permits out, to the new brooder setup in the new coop addition.View attachment 1049520

Well the one baby that I was talking about last night she's a little better this morning she's chirping and eating and pooping and moving around and I am keeping her warm is this the way she should act