Thread formerly known as Hatch day is today

[Iain Utah]

Very sorry, Kevin.

 

[ChristineR]

Everyone remember Spraddle Legs? She's no longer with us. I'm glad she's no longer in pain but I will dearly miss her. I'd gotten so attached trying to save her. I know's it's just a turkey but she was more than that to me. It's sad I was sad when the gosling died but didn't cry at all yet the poor turkey that deserved to be put out of it's misery is gone and I can't quit sobbing. It's gonna be a long day

Sorry Kevin. Don't say she was "just" a turkey. She obviously meant a lot to you, who cares if she was a turkey, chicken, or a dog.

 

[CelticOaksFarm]

Kevin, sorry about spraddle. You did a great job providing for her and keeping her happy.

 

[JazminesZoo]

yum

are ya sharing your notes?

Sure will this fall & let you know how they turn or not turn out ! I write everything down, bcuz I am making a cookbook.

YUM. I've only tried duck once and it was just a bite of Muscovy, but I think I would like it. I like the dark meat on chicken, turkey, etc.

I just got 18 Serama eggs in the mail today and NONE were broken, which was really a nice surprise. I only have a little Brinsea Mini with 12 spots in the auto turner. I'm debating whether I should put them all in and hand turn them or find someone to incubate the 6 I don't have room for. Any thoughts on hand turning? I'm afraid I might screw up the whole batch if I try it.

My family ALWAYS knows there is no contest that I get the Turkey leg at Thanksgiving ~ I am a dark meat lover, Me ~ You ~ Goin Quackkers ~ & Eye

will have a date with Chinatown !

I have never hand turned eggs... I will incubate them for you if you want? I am not that far from you.

It's gonna be a long day

NEVER apologize for the loss of any animal ! We are here for you, we know how hard you tried & that little turk knew it. I love my turks soooo much, and I think they are so funny & cute, full of personality. I love it when they are young and they have that cute chirp peep thing, how they like to be near you. Turkeys from babies and even as adults are very friendly & curious. My heart goes out to you Kev.

 

[ChristineR]

Sure will this fall & let you know how they turn or not turn out ! I write everything down, bcuz I am making a cookbook.


My family ALWAYS knows there is no contest that I get the Turkey leg at Thanksgiving ~ I am a dark meat lover, Me ~ You ~ Goin Quackkers ~ & Eye

will have a date with Chinatown !

I have never hand turned eggs... I will incubate them for you if you want? I am not that far from you.

That would be awesome! When would be a good time to drop them off?

 

[Kevin565]

Thanks Guys

. She's officially been laid to rest. Her pal seems so sad now

. I'm trying to find a hen near his age but to no avail yet. However, I am DONE with BBW. These were supposed to be Palms but being a Turkey noob I got swindled. These BBW have to many health problems like Cornish X's. I'm going to try to find a heritage breed this time.

 

[Miss Lydia]

Ladies: https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/...nd-dont-know-how-old-eggs-are/10#post_9396585 thanks.

 

[JazminesZoo]

Thanks Guys

. She's officially been laid to rest. Her pal seems so sad now

. I'm trying to find a hen near his age but to no avail yet. However, I am DONE with BBW. These were supposed to be Palms but being a Turkey noob I got swindled. These BBW have to many health problems like Cornish X's. I'm going to try to find a heritage breed this time.

I am getting Bourbon Red Turkey eggs ~ you could have a half dozen or so if you want to hatch them out? If you pay shipping?

 

[JazminesZoo]

That would be awesome! When would be a good time to drop them off?

Just give me a call & we can work it out !

 

[Eyeheartquail]

More baby quail from last night.

SWOON!