Moonie Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 Phylis decided to wreck my plant pot this morning and have a 'dust' bath in the rain ....... what a state to get into! How does she think she's now clean when she's covered in mud? Chickens!!! Who'd have 'em?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovemychooks Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 Awwww, how funny You've got some beautiful chickens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonie Posted December 6, 2007 Author Share Posted December 6, 2007 Thank you, I've just looked at your girls and they are lovely too. My husband gave me the green light for some more girls yesterday... you've got some ex bats, do you think as a newbie they would be a good option for me? I'd love to give them a good life and some feedom. I've got the time as i'm a stay at home Mum, so give them lots of TLC. The only thing as a novice do you think i should wait a while and learn with the three i have now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 ahhhh, that's funny- mine dustbath in their run so I hate to think what they're rolling around in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 Thank you, I've just looked at your girls and they are lovely too. My husband gave me the green light for some more girls yesterday... you've got some ex bats, do you think as a newbie they would be a good option for me? I'd love to give them a good life and some feedom. I've got the time as i'm a stay at home Mum, so give them lots of TLC. The only thing as a novice do you think i should wait a while and learn with the three i have now? Fab news Moonie. Some newbies have adopted ex-battery girls, but if you can have some patience and stick with your current girls for a bit longer, then you'll have so much more experience to offer the new girsl when you do adopt them. Some ex-battery hens are in quite good condition, while others can be rather sickly and featherless - the latter will need much more attention and care, so some experience is always a good thing, and you'll feel more secure too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonie Posted December 6, 2007 Author Share Posted December 6, 2007 Good advice Claret, I'll get used to my current girls first, give it a year and i'll look into getting some ex bats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 Good idea Moonie. Emma (the herd) is a good person to speak to - she's adopted loads of ex-batteries, some of them more needy than others. You'll also need to arrange for extra accommodation as they won't be able to mix with your current girls for quite a while. Partly because they are so vulnerable and also beacsue you will need to isolate them and watch for any infections and lice. If you want to help the BHWT in the meantime, then contact your local co-ordinator (as listed on their site) and see if you can help out at a rescue - it's demanding work, both emotionally and physically, but well worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 Brilliant news Moonie. I agree with Claret....as some ex batts are very needy, it's probably best to wait until you have gained confidence and experience. Good luck when you take the plunge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonie Posted December 6, 2007 Author Share Posted December 6, 2007 Thanks for the advice everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
