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[Dani xxx]

@Yorkshire Coop. Bunnies depending on size usually live for 5 to 7 years the smaller ones usually live longer but my bunny was nearly 4kg so was a big bunny so he did really well I'm a vet nurse and have been for nearly 17 years so he was a tad spoilt. But I know he had a good life
They are being a bit spooky still especially today as I cleaned them out for the first time in their new house finger crossed they will get used to it like they did outside when I used to turn the wood chips every week

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

@Yorkshire Coop. Bunnies depending on size usually live for 5 to 7 years the smaller ones usually live longer but my bunny was nearly 4kg so was a big bunny so he did really well I'm a vet nurse and have been for nearly 17 years so he was a tad spoilt. But I know he had a good life
They are being a bit spooky still especially today as I cleaned them out for the first time in their new house finger crossed they will get used to it like they did outside when I used to turn the wood chips every week

Wow that’s a really good age Testimony to how well you have you have cared for him I’m sure.

Hope they settle for you soon. Im sure they will appreciate it more when the weather is really bad out there!

 

[chicknovice123]

Will you try and rehome a couple of your boys?

We'll have to I guess, it's going to be hard to choose which ...although if I'm honest, the pekin boy seems to be our favourite. Do you have any pointers for rehoming? Is there a good age to start looking? I'm really dreading this part but know we've been lucky in that we'll only have to lose two.

 

[Warriorgal]

Sorry to hear about your bunny

That sure does look cosy for your quail, so bright and airy.



OMG! Joffrey sure has grown, where has the time gone Can you see any slight blue in his feathers?

Yes that first night is always a worry but I’m glad they were all ok this morning. They are always more resilient than you think. Is your coop super protected from foxes? They are a nightmare and can find ways in that you would not think of

I have been vigilant in making things secure but there are some weak spots. for example I have not yet put a skirt of wire around the run to deter foxes from diggin under, but on saying that ive never seen a fox in my garden and someone told me that foxes dont like cats and there are some cats nearby. I shall continue adding more things to make it even more secure. By the way im loving my chicks its so cute and nice to see them line up and go into the coop as its getting dark lol.

 

[Warriorgal]

Cute bunny Dani

Here're a few pics of my crowd this morning - how hard is it to get pics of chickens?!!

Happy weekend everyone

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Super chics there chicknovice aye i noticed its hard to take photo of them still too, we love them to bits though

 

[boskelli1571]

I have been vigilant in making things secure but there are some weak spots. for example I have not yet put a skirt of wire around the run to deter foxes from diggin under, but on saying that ive never seen a fox in my garden and someone told me that foxes dont like cats and there are some cats nearby. I shall continue adding more things to make it even more secure. By the way im loving my chicks its so cute and nice to see them line up and go into the coop as its getting dark lol.

In my experience, foxes will take small cats - never heard of foxes being afraid of them If you have foxes in the area, they will sit and 'take note' of things before they attack - they are much smarter than we humans give them credit for.

 

[rebrascora]

@rebrascora

Hi Barbara,

Hope your having a good weekend? Is Zak coming on ok?
A quick question, have you ever used alfalfa haylage?
Another livery down at the yard has said I can use some of hers as she bought in bulk when she had 2 horse’s. It’s big baled stuff and she said she would rather give it away then throw it away as she will never get through it with just one on it. Her horse is allergic to all sorts of grasses so that’s why she has to have the alfalfa. But I’ve never used it before and am a tad unsure of it

Hi Kim

Zak is off the bute now thanks for asking and has remained almost completely sound so far although haven't seen him today yet and the bute will just about be out of his system, so tonight might be tell tale. I'm now giving it salt and sugar treatment. Mild saline (using sea salt) flush, pat dry and then a good dollop of my own bees' honey on advice of veterinary nurse. Wound is still very open when he comes in on a night but it was noticeably itchy last night when I was cleaning it up, so that is a good sign.

I'm afraid I have no experience of alfalfa hay but it should be good for Harry as it has more protein than normal grass hay/haylage, so might help build up that top line a bit. Wow, isn't he really gleaming after his bath! I know I said this last year too, but I am so jealous you have access to a wash bay. I couldn't build one even if I had the funds because I have no drains and the surface water already makes the field boggy without adding to it!
My instructor says the side saddle I was looking at on ebay is no good for me or any of my horses..... she thinks it was probably built for a post first world war amputee man and a "monster of a horse" to carry him judging by the length of it! I've found a local lady who hires them, so I'll look at that option again and having spoken to her, she might be able to bring some saddles out to see what will fit..... At least that means I still have my savings to spend on concreting my yard.... just need to find someone who won't charge an arm and a leg to do it!

Anyway, I must crack on and get some more work done. Hope you had a restful weekend.

Best wishes

Barbara

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

OMG! Autumn watch is showing foxes being fed in a garden! Then they wonder why they go in to folks houses and attack kids!

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

We'll have to I guess, it's going to be hard to choose which ...although if I'm honest, the pekin boy seems to be our favourite. Do you have any pointers for rehoming? Is there a good age to start looking? I'm really dreading this part but know we've been lucky in that we'll only have to lose two.

I’m afraid re homing can be hard. There are always more boys that are wanted I’m afraid. What I do is advertise them free to good home as soon as I know their sex and hope someone comes along. I won’t take them to the fur and feather auctions as they may end up in unscrupulous hands and I wouldn’t want that for them. If they have not got new homes within 2-3 weeks I cull them. I know it may sound harsh especially after you have spent all that time hatching and rearing them but I know they have had a good home and been well cared for. Then end is quick for them, they don’t end up being used for illegal purposes or have a long slow painful death.
I hope you are able to find homes for your boys

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

I have been vigilant in making things secure but there are some weak spots. for example I have not yet put a skirt of wire around the run to deter foxes from diggin under, but on saying that ive never seen a fox in my garden and someone told me that foxes dont like cats and there are some cats nearby. I shall continue adding more things to make it even more secure. By the way im loving my chicks its so cute and nice to see them line up and go into the coop as its getting dark lol.

Great to hear you are making things more secure. Foxes sure are sneaking and test things out. They really are smart. I too never thought a fox would or could get into my garden but it did. Unfortunately even though I thought things were secure it killed all my birds. It even came back for several nights after as it knew food had been available.
Caught it a few nights after that and Scott shot it.
That one didn’t get anymore free chicken meals!