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Hi, Sab. Sorry to hear she passed away but she had a lovely year with you.

Hi How much are you selling for? Thanks

Heartbreaking when they have lasted so long - you want them to go on forever at that age, more so when they are your first. Actually it isn't any easier with the follow on chickens. Big hugs.

Clara 1st April 2015 to 25th January 2025 Well this is bad, I seem to have three back to back posts on here. I've now lost my Clara, a lavender araucana having had to say goodbye to her on Saturday. She was so close to reaching 10 years old too. She laid the most perfect turquoise blue eggs and was the quirkiest chicken to have ever strutted upon this earth! She was the last of my original girls.

I lost my araucana Clara a few days ago. 2292 - 1 New total 2291

Hi If anyone is looking to sell a go up or cube please get in touch. I am located in Cheshire near Staffordshire border. Thanks very much Sue

I am selling my cube mk2 with auto door and 3x4m WIR with two full height doors. I have the clear Omlet roof cover and some other covers for the sides. near Stevenage in Hertfordshire. please ask for more photos/questions

I am selling my cube mk2 with auto door and 3x4m WIR with two full height doors. I have the clear Omlet roof cover and some covers for the sides. near Stevenage in Hertfordshire.

Hi Sparkysmum. Not been on here either for a few years, got a notification today from Hippy Chick so popped in. Seems a lot quieter on here now. I still keep in touch with a few of the old crew, sadly Plum and Docsquid passed on to pastures green and blue sky forever. But - I have Aigle wellies, mainly because of the buckle to increase calf width. They do one version that is insulated for cold weather - and they are snug and cosy. But the normal ones I felt were just as good with thicker socks. A bit pricey though. HRH just invested in a pair called Muckmaster from Mole Valley Farmers - he constantly goes on about how they are the best wellies ever - comfy and warm! His were £109. We've tested a few and ended up with corns, but these two have the thumbs up for comfort from us. Merry Christmas!

I lost Agatha today, my 9 year old Speckled Sussex. That just leaves me with 7 chickens and I will not be getting any more sadly. 2293 - 1 New total = 2292

Agatha 1st April 2015 to 19th December 2024 Agatha, my Speckled Sussex has passed peacefully at the age of 9 years. She was the flock leader and a great character. She was one of my original hens. Photo is from her first day with us.

It didn’t extend even 1 mm beyond the end of her beak 😟 Or maybe I put it on wrong?

They scoop the pellets up with their tongue, so the beak not closing completely isn't a problem. What is a problem is if the bit extends too far in front because it stops them getting into the feed properly and puts a lot of strain on the nasal vents causing unnecessary damage. You are aiming for just a few millimetres (1-3), not more. We've found little use for the 30mm bits as they are usually too long. We have used a lot of 25mm though. The idea is to leave it in for a few weeks and see if it breaks the pecking habit. We have found that it can take a lot longer than that and in one case the bit was permanent.

Update - I tried fitting a 30mm bumper bit but her beak couldn’t close so how on earth can they eat? I don’t understand . So my white girlie is still in the conservatory as I don’t know what to do now. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Or maybe my bluebelle has a long beak?

Hi all! selling my Omlet Outdoor Cat Run - Catio - 3 x 3 x 2 I am located in the Republic of Ireland so collection only form Co. Cork. I purchased this in Feb 2023 and as I am moving into an apartment I no longer have room for it. Comes with all pegs needed for extra security. Looking for €450 I originally paid €1,033.04 for it.

I don't think the anti-peck spray would work anyway? If she has been isolated they may well attack her as an intruder, with or without spray on her? The head isn't sprayed because of the danger of it getting into her eyes, but why it isn't sprayed on the feathers I don't know because where do you spray it then? We've never had much success with anti-pecking sprays. We found that the victim needs to have it re-applied daily or it doesn't work and then the poor girl can't preen herself because of the terrible taste. I suggest you look at beak bits for the others, particularly the one who attacked her. If you don't know who that is you will have to introduce her and watch carefully, being ready to take her out again immediately. How much space have they got, because too little will quickly lead to aggressive behaviour?

Hi - long time since I’ve posted here! I have a problem - a few days ago I found my White Sussex girlie covered in blood and wounds on her comb so I brought her in and kept her away from the others until she’d healed up. I need to put her back out with the others but the problem is that the anti pecking spray says do not spray on feathers or head 🤔How can I then stop the other chicken from pecking at her?

Hello! Being chickenless I haven't posted for a long time but Omlet was always my first port of call so I thought I would pop back on my perch! I have cold feet, freezing cold feet and I am desperate to find boots which keep me warm. I have Dublin Arctic but they are worn out but they did the job. I would prefer ankle/calf length just for a change. I have Uggs, but they're no use other than pottering around or a night out. So, I need fairly rugged, dog walking/ out walking / working in the garden, quality, waterproof but above all warm. So dear Omleteers, please tell me what works for you x

The end of an era Laura!

Hi Laura, My hubby and I are looking to start or chicken keeping adventure and I'm interested in your green Eglu. Can you let me know some more information about it, please? Thanks Lisa

Do you still need glugs

I have a red classic mark 1 and a green classic mark 2 for sale. Both in good condition. I'm in Nottingham. Open to sensible offers for either 1 or for both.

It's not an easy decision, we got chickens from Omlet and an Eglu in 2008. We were down to one, and rehomed her just before we moved to Scotland from Kent in 2021. We were moving in with family and didn't know how long it would take to find our own home, it was 18 months as we ended up doing a self build. It was strange not having them at first, but we've been so busy that we've got used to it now. My Eglu is currently on loan to my daughter's friend, but my daughter now wants to get chooks so who knows?

We starting keeping chicken in 2005 and our first 2, henno and nugget where from omlet along with their home a mark 1 eglu. Fast forward to now with 2 eglus and over the years numerous characters we have now decided not to have any more chooks. It will be a bit odd not seeing them in the garden or shutting them in at night and they have bought much joy and laughter with their little ways. Our final chook is going to live out her old age with some new friends tomorrow. So it is the right decision and right time to say a final farewell to our last feathered friend.

Hi, for some reason I've had to re register even though I've had chooks and bought my eglu not long after omletbstarted. I've also niw been told my email is being used by someone else after reregistering Is this normal??