Recent content by HennyPenny2019

I have a 4yr old, sweet as can be hen who suddenly started acting unwell. On closer inspection I discovered an open sore (for lack of a better description) about 1.5” below her vent and it was covered in tiny maggots. I sat her in the garage sink with warm water began washing them all out. I...

New chicks are SO exciting! I’m also getting a few new to add to my girls. I use the “broody hen method” not sure if that the right name. Saw it on here when I first joined 3 yrs ago. Worked GREAT! Built from wire fence with a heating pad an most important is the Press ‘n Seal.

I also do the 1 1/2 hour one way drive to pick up new chicks. Not sure when the Postal workers got so nasty. I’m in small town in WV my Carrier is a gem, the Office workers have been kind for the most part too.

This is shameful of the postal workers. Seems you may need to check both offices. They should be ashamed of themselves. I hope your chicks arrive safely.

I have this exact same thing going on with my 2yr old Wyandot hen. I crushed a calcium and D tablet and sprinkled on scrambled egg but she isn’t keen on eating it. I’m also offering electrolytes and probiotics. Anything I’m missing?

Welcome ... I’ve had my girls for 2+ years now and can tell you this site is a Godsend of helpful information and education. Best of luck with your girls.

I recently realized the “got me” too told Americauna and now know from reading here they are Easter Eggers. I don’t really mind so much except I hate being lied to. Now if they are all 3 hens 🤞🏼

Thank you for this. I bought my first 4 hens from a reputable breeder two years ago, they are nice examples of their breed and sweet temperaments. My neighbor talked me into taking 3 chicks from his 6 chick minimum purchase. They were sold as Ameraucanas but after reading your article it is...

I have 3 chicks marked like “chipmunks” bought as Americanas. I’ll post pictures as they grow.

I really like wind chimes, yours looks different than any of mine ... I like the design. Good luck with your new run.

The bottom 4 chicks look exactly like my Americana chicks.

Agree, I have 2 Wyandottes, also a Buff Orpington and an Austrolorp ... all friendly, come running to see me, let me pick them up .... I just love my girls 🥰

I totally agree. From reading on BYB I chose to have my 8x14 (8’ tall) run roofed with clear panels so they get light but stay dry. One of my best ideas. Lol