kimmi_b Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 They arrived at 1.15 this afternoon (was given a time of between 3 and 5 so very pleased they were early)! They seem to be settling in nicely - a lot of clucking and fussing at first, probably due to my cat Tiggy loitering around - but now they are bokking gently to themselves. Have just given them a treat of some raisins with some cabbage leaves due to come later. Am so excited still!! Am on egg tenterhooks now, though the nice guy from Omlet said it would probably be 4-5 weeks. Their combs are still very much small and pink so will be on CombWatch for a few days now, on the lookout for changes! So happy to be a chicken owner now, a little nervous about the responsibility too though I am sure everything will be fine. Have bought just about every kind of powder, food additive and treat under the sun for them so I'm sure I am prepared for every eventuality Anyway, piccie of the Ladies can be seen at http://www.kimmibsworld.blogspot.com (Zelda in black, Peach and Daisy are the Ginger Twins). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara.F Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 congratulations Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenlass Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Congratulations...they look to be lovely hens!! Bet you won't get a lot done over the next few days watching them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebird Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Welcome to the forum Kimmi_B and congratulations on your new arrivals. Not only will they keep you amused for hours but they are also very generous with their eggs I've only had my chickens for 4 weeks and so far so good. No need to feel worried or nervous because you will get lots of good advice from this forum to help you. Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 fabulous! they look a lovely little trio and will enjoy munching your green grass!! Congratulations on the arrival and please ask away if you have any questions we will always try to answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Congratulations. They look very happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Congratulations Welcome to the happy world of Chicken Keeping Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirkwood Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 congrats to you, don't forget those pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbey Road Girl Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Gorgeous girls! Can't wait til you catch OH sneaking off to feed them treats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bychook Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 How exciting - good luck with them!!!!! I hope to be doing the same soon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 They look lovely! Do I spot a Nintendo theme in those names? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Congratulations Kimmi! They look lovely and so at home in their new eglu!! (big fan of Dean Kootz and James Patterson myself)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 Congratulations on your new girls . They look lovely . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloud9 Posted April 23, 2008 Share Posted April 23, 2008 How lovely! Egg-citing isn't it. We've had our chickens for just over 3 weeks now and I am in chicken heaven - enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...