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    Netting for peafowl aviary

    This would be my suggestion: https://pinnonhatch.com/poultry-supplies/p/heavy-knotted-poultry-netting-2mesh-8wd89-l8cj4-bc8s2-fwpxt-bch5a It's a bit pricier than the one on Amazon, but I can vouch for the quality. I live in SE Michigan and this netting has held up to our worst winters and it...
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    Crocheters Thread

    Cute!!! :thumbsup
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    Regrets on Coffee grounds as bedding?

    I use the "Grounds" bedding on the 💩 shelves and mix it with Sweet PDZ (so I can see the poops better - and make it last longer - it can be very difficult to find a lot of the time). I love the stuff. It smells great, it's not dusty, and it lasts forever. Plus, it's compostable! The con is what...
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    Watery poop and poop on eggs

    Yes! Molting can also make them feel poorly....lots of stuff going on there! You're a good chicken parent! ;)
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    Watery poop and poop on eggs

    I'm so glad things seem to be looking better (and that you were able to get to the vet - nice that they didnt charge you)! Heat can be VERY stressful on chickens so it can definitely cause some concerns. I would still lay off the extra foods (treats/kitchen or garden scraps/etc.) at least...
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    Corid

    The poop doesn't look particularly abnormal to me, but it might be worth doing a worming protocol as Eggcessive mentioned since the head tucked with chest "poofed" can indicate that they're feeling unwell. I like using albendazole 0.5 ml orally once and repeated 10 days later - it's a 2 person...
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    How Much Was Your Last Fill-up?

    They really can't.....:confused:
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    What are some photos you return to again and again of your flock that makes you laugh or puts you in a good mood?

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    How Much Was Your Last Fill-up?

    Yeah, if my husband's truck is close to empty, it's at least $100 to fill it. 🫠
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    How Much Was Your Last Fill-up?

    I drive a Jeep Cherokee, so it's under $50 if I'm on E. My husband drives an F150 and he regularly spends $100+.:th $147 is :duc
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    Question about Corid And Mixing Birds

    Poultry Cell and NutriDrench both contain thiamine (and other vitamins), but they are not probiotic supplements. Personally, I would focus on the gut support over the vitamin (as a short Corid treatment isn't really going to deplete them - and it only blocks thiamine (B1), not any other...
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    Corid

    I'm sorry you're dealing with this. Take a deep breath and give yourself some grace. :hugs The Corid will not hurt them, so don't worry about that! You're doing the best you can, and sometimes it's difficult to pin down the issue. I'm just thinking that it doesn't sound like coccidiosis. It...
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    Watery poop and poop on eggs

    If this was my flock, and a vet wasn't an option, I would cut out EVERYTHING except for their chicken feed and water (with electrolytes in one waterer and plain water in another). 20% feed isn't SO high that I would think it's causing diarrhea, but it's not out of the question. In TX, the heat...
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    Watery poop and poop on eggs

    Sorry you're dealing with all of this! I would not suspect coccidiosis in 1 year-old hens, unless they are new to your property (if they grew up on your property, they should have already built up an immunity). If it has been very hot where you are, they will naturally be drinking much more...
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    Question about Corid And Mixing Birds

    I would keep them on the medicated feed (just my opinion) for at least couple more weeks (perhaps until everyone is done with Corid treatment). Many people keep chicks/pullets on medicated feed until 16-18 weeks (when they switch to layer or all-flock feed). If everyone is on the Corid water...
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