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  1. MomJones

    Is this normal behavior for integrating a roo into a flock?

    He must have been young--that's not normal behavior for hens. Also, they might have sensed something about him that's not healthy? I hope he's doing better now, poor little guy.
  2. MomJones

    Sleepy tired 22 week old hen

    Your hen definitely sounds unwell. This could be a generalized 'failure to thrive' or even coccidiosis. Everyone on here will suggest a fortifying vitamin supplement that you can add to her water. But also, check her crop, and has she laid any eggs recently? She could be in trouble. In any...
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    Treating newly hatched chicks for mites

    Hi Mmikke, I'm sorry no one responded to this post last year, it's a good question. I've been keeping chickens for a few years now, currently have 34. Your babies and mom should be just fine for now. Applying diatomaceous earth is good, Leave the poisons (permethrin) out of their living...
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    Bare backs from pecking each other-- these black sexlinks have a thing for cannibalism, must...

    Bare backs from pecking each other-- these black sexlinks have a thing for cannibalism, must stronger than other breeds we've had. We've treated them with Blue-Kote twice now. It served as a nice deterrent for awhile, then once the smell/taste began to lighten up they were back at it again.
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    Hen with swollen eye!

    Dittos, I'd wrap her in a towel to hold her still, then apply warm salt water wet rags to ease some of that swelling. Poor thing. She looks miserable. Hope she recovers quickly!
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    Buff Orpingtons 3 M.O. - Hens or Roosters? Help!

    So glad to hear somebody say this. It's absolutely true. These chicken companies churn out so many birds every year, it's gotten way too mixed up. But we love them all, even if they do end up in Freezer Camp:)
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    Pale comb - stress related?

    I'm noticing the same thing with a few of mine as well. 9 week old buff orpington pullets here in South Carolina. They seem normal, just so pale! I've had chickens since 2016 so I'm used to watching for various problems. One thing that helps me 90% of the time is adding yogurt and ground up...
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    Comment by 'MomJones' in article 'How I Treat Non Fatal Wound From Predator (Warning: Graphic Images For Educational Purposes)'

    🌹Fiona went on to live another 3 years, made a full recovery thanks be to God.
  9. MomJones

    I have a wildlife camera but we needed it for something else-- lots of wildlife around these...

    I have a wildlife camera but we needed it for something else-- lots of wildlife around these parts as well. And yes, hardware cloth is important--we have a combination of chicken wire and hardware cloth but there are always vulnerabilities within a structure, and this was an example.
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  10. MomJones

    Buff Orpington?

    Gosh that one on the left looks suspiciously like a Light Brahma. Hmm.
  11. MomJones

    Hi I ordered buff Orpington but I’m not sure what this little one is ?

    Aww, you got a beautiful little Brahma girl there. My favorite chickens for their value as both layers and meat birds. :love
  12. MomJones

    How many eggs has everyone had today?

    Not done laying for the day, but averaging 12/29.
  13. How I Treat Non Fatal Wound From Predator (Warning: Graphic Images For Educational Purposes)

    How I Treat Non Fatal Wound From Predator (Warning: Graphic Images For Educational Purposes) | Wound Care for Fiona (Light Brahma) Who Was Attacked by a Predator

    I forgot to post an update (we're busy with everything). Fiona made a full recovery, needed about 2-3 weeks in a separate pen outside, with daily and then every few days' applications of zinc oxide cream (make your own using zinc oxide powder and olive oil). Zinc oxide is nice for wound...
  14. MomJones

    Pinning down a rooster - does it work?

    I've had many roosters (the result of straight runs from Tractor Supply). So far, this is what I have been doing, it's worked with 4 successive roo's so I'm sharing it here: Pick him up. Don't be rough or sudden, but find a way to pick him up and tuck him under your arm like you would a...
  15. MomJones

    To candle or not to candle. That is the question.

    See? That's what I'm talking about (in my head). Good job!
  16. MomJones

    To candle or not to candle. That is the question.

    I just came across this post; Miss Peaches is so awesome. And what a nice setup she's got!
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    Reinforcing chicken run. Possum has gotten in twice this year. We have 14 pullets coming up in...

    Reinforcing chicken run. Possum has gotten in twice this year. We have 14 pullets coming up in the world and 22 chickens in the other pen. We're not willing to lose even one more. 🐥
  18. How I Treat Non Fatal Wound From Predator (Warning: Graphic Images For Educational Purposes)

    How I Treat Non Fatal Wound From Predator (Warning: Graphic Images For Educational Purposes)

    5-21-23 This morning I discovered Fiona--one of our Brahma hens--standing alone in a dog igloo (it's mostly there for decoration--they live in a covered run. All the other 34 hens looked fine but Monty, our rooster, seemed a little agitated. I went to check Fiona because I noticed she wasn't...
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    Ta dah! The girls are moved in!

    What a thoughtful design! Good work!
  20. MomJones

    I submit my framing and design to you for approval...

    Great design, I'd make it a bit lower maybe. Raised coops are a great idea. Our next one will be raised (I hope).
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