Neck feather picking

Kbake

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Sep 11, 2023
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I have a chocolate Orpington. She has some feather issues and is low lady in the pecking order. After being a “momma” she got all her feathers back and was looking great!
Then, she lost her neck feathers and as they start to come back in the others pluck them out. I have used anti-pecking spray. The hens will peck her RIGHT after putting it on.
I was wondering, has anyone had any success making like a neck wrap/scarf/collar for their hens? I have some sewing skills and would get her some break away snaps to help keep her safe. Just wondering what other suggestions and ideas others have.

Photos of her prior to losing any feathers, then at her worst, and getting better
 

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I'm sure someone has tried a scarf before, but I think she needs space. Beatiful girl. I thought about Chocolate Orps, but they're probably too good natured for my flock, and I would rather not have the same issue.
 
I'm sure someone has tried a scarf before, but I think she needs space. Beatiful girl. I thought about Chocolate Orps, but they're probably too good natured for my flock, and I would rather not have the same issue.
She’s sweet. Not as personable as my lavender. But still sweet. She’s the biggest girl I got! She is a push over with most the hens, until I gave her some babies. She was a fierce momma! Her name is Momma Snickers! Named her after a chocolate bar…and it ended up being very fitting cause she’s thicker than snickers too 😆
 

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