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Cindy replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Chicken Behavior' in the group Backyard Chickens

"I have watched my chickens do this as well. I think its really funny cuz mine will start out mirroring each other with their movements then proceed into a chest bump. I have one chick if it see two others doing this it will…"

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Carol Hansen replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Flat Eggs?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"This link might help "Soft, Thin or Missing Egg Shells" at Poultykeepers.com Poultykeepers.com or just google soft eggshells. Carol Rodney & Carol Carol's Cell 541 514-7693Conservators' Nankin Bantam Fowl Hobby Farm:…"

Oct 20, 2012

Erich Gottl replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Flat Eggs?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Janis, Thanks for your reply. Wow, I'm sorry I didn't see your post. It's been a while since I've been here. I'll try to keep myself more up to date. My hens have seemingly outgrown the flat egg phase. Alas, all the unique…"

Oct 18, 2012

Erich Gottl replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Chicken Behavior' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Good luck with the new chicks. They're really fun to watch and they grow very quickly. You'll learn alot from the experience and they very helpful people in this group. "

Oct 18, 2012

Cassandra replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Chicken Behavior' in the group Backyard Chickens

"I'm really glad I checked out this thread! I just ordered my first chicks and it's good to know this is something that I'm going to have to watch out for! "

Oct 18, 2012

Janis Ahern replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Flat Eggs?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Eggs flat on one side? The shell? If the nest doesn't have litter/straw to cushion the egg, the egg will flatten as it lays on a hard surface...Eggs are warm and pliable at first, especially with young layers. Is there enough straw in this…"

Jul 4, 2012

Erich Gottl replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Flat Eggs?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Thanks, It sounds like a good enough theory to me too. We also get those "ring" eggs from the same hen. Poor girl lays the biggest eggs but not always perfect. I guess hers would be rejected at the egg farm before sale. They taste…"

Mar 28, 2012

rachel whetzel replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Flat Eggs?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Dang it!! I had a reply all typed out... now it's lost in cyberspace... This is my theory. (I can't find information on line to back it up... but I think it's true based on my experience) I've noticed eggs that are misshapen in…"

Mar 28, 2012

Erich Gottl added a discussion to the group Backyard Chickens

Flat Eggs?

Hi everyone,One of our Barred Rock hens lays eggs that are sometimes flat on one or two sides. It doesn't happen all of the time but quite often. I had assumed that the egg was already formed and hardened inside the hen's body. Am I wrong in that thought?Thanks, ErichSee More

Mar 28, 2012

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Erich Gottl replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Nesting Boxes' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Thanks Mel, The method you described worked very well for us! They are now accustomed to their box and don't want any other spot. "

Feb 22, 2012

Erich Gottl replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Digestive Help?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Thanks Ray, Maybe she is more sensitive. She does get layer mash and plenty of greens either from the yard or when there's lots of snow on the ground, my local grocery store will save me a bag of excess clean-up greens, which they really like.…"

Feb 21, 2012

dawn hughes replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Digestive Help?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"My girls eat lettuce every day. I just keep some in the house and take it out to them when I let them out of their run. They also get some cracked corn with their grain. Yes, my girls are kind of fat but, it keeps them warm in the winter as I do not…"

Feb 21, 2012

Ray Glover replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Digestive Help?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"One possibility is that she is "more sensitive" (for my lack of a better term) to the type of feed you are using. Bugs and weeds are hard to come by right now. Does she get any supplemental grains? greens? If not, you might try…"

Feb 21, 2012

Erich Gottl replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Digestive Help?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"Thanks Dawn, She's eating and drinking like the others and free ranges when weather permits. I also checked her crop and there's no obvious swelling or excess fluid. She seems normal otherwise. "

Feb 21, 2012

dawn hughes replied to Erich Gottl's discussion 'Digestive Help?' in the group Backyard Chickens

"There is something in one of my books about that. Could be a parasite but, if only one of your girls has it that's probably not the problem. When I get a chance I'll look it up in my chicken health book and get back to you. It could be a…"

Feb 21, 2012

Erich Gottl added a discussion to the group Backyard Chickens

Digestive Help?

Hi Everyone,I suspect some of you may have experience with this messy issue. One of our three Barred Rock hens seems to have a continuing problem with her poop. Her vent is always a mess. The product is almost always too fluid and coffee-like in appearance. She seems energetic and content, but is making quite a mess of her surroundings. Any advice as far as a change of diet? Diapers are not an option!Thanks, ErichSee More

Feb 21, 2012

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