Martin B Posted May 29, 2006 Share Posted May 29, 2006 I have just recieved information from Linda's daughter Lizzy that their bantam Bunty has unfortunately passed away. They are all very upset and I hope that you will spare a thought for them as they grieve for their loss. Best wishes, Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted May 29, 2006 Share Posted May 29, 2006 Oh dear, that is sad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted May 29, 2006 Author Share Posted May 29, 2006 It is indeed. Cathy is apparently very upset as it was her chicken, it's such a terrible loss to them all, I'm sure everybody understands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzy and Cathy Posted May 29, 2006 Share Posted May 29, 2006 Yes we are all very upset. The chooks are already noticing that something's wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted May 29, 2006 Author Share Posted May 29, 2006 I'm sure that the chooks will be missing her as much as you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PurpleHen Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 Lizzy and Cathy - that is bad news. Lots of cyber hugs to you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 I'm sorry to hear that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 very sad to lose a pet, she was a lucky girl to have you all. BBxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 Lots of cyber hugs and postive thoughts to you bothxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted May 30, 2006 Author Share Posted May 30, 2006 I'm sure they appreciate all of your good wishes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 Just caught up - very sad news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 Thank you for your kind words and thoughts. It was such a shock finding Bunty dead in the eglu while the other three were happily free-ranging. She was in a funny position right at the back of the eglu but there wasn't a mark on her and nothing strange or untoward in or around the eglu. I was completely mystified as to what could have happened to her. I know someone posted recently with the sudden death of one of their chickens and suggestions were made that it could have been a stroke or heart attack. I just hope bunty didn't suffer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 I'm sure they appreciate all of your good wishes! Yes, we do thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 Sorry to hear the news Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motherhen Posted May 30, 2006 Share Posted May 30, 2006 I have had experience of 'sudden death' in my pre-eglu days - I think you and the family can be reassured that it was almost certainly sudden and with no suffering. Best wishes to you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
