Janty Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Poor Holly, one of our ex-batts has spent the last three nights in our conservatory all snuggled up in a towel. She isn't ill - just old. She can't make the ladder of the cube any more. She is eating but then she falls asleep and falls over. She isn't in pain at all so that's a blessing but it's so sad. She is outside enjoying a bit of freedom at the moment but an hour is usually all she can manage. She fell asleep on my lap last night all snuggled up in her towel. Hubby has been feeding her mealworms and sweetcorn which she has gobbled down at the rate of knots! She has had 11 months and 1 day of freedom so far so that's got to be a bonus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KAZAROO Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Wonderful holly with her christmassy name..... Let hope she enjoys being a pampered OAP.... sounds like she is having a life of riley.... Chin up your giving her the very best days of her life.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexgirl73 Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Bless her! I have one who is very similar, and it brings a tear to the eye to see them slow down so much, but the freedom she has had this last year of her life should be a source of joy to you. Hope she hangs about for a bit longer xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 Poor Holly. My Atilla is going the same way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyhas3chucks Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 oh god I hate these posts just makes me only had mine 6 months dread the days you guys are having As you say, better to be free & loved and pampered! Just so sad for all of us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 She deserves every pampered day, i hope she gets quite a few more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol U Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 She sounds as if she's having a very happy old age Janty, with all the love and attention she could wish for. If only all ex-batts could end their days in such a wonderful home. I do hope she continues for a while yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyhas3chucks Posted November 30, 2008 Share Posted November 30, 2008 yes, just spoil her rotten and enjoy every moment with her. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abbey Road Girl Posted December 1, 2008 Share Posted December 1, 2008 You have done good. We humans should be so kind to our own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing cloud Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 ((Hugs)) to you all from me and mine. Hope all my little monsters make such a ripe old age Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted December 3, 2008 Author Share Posted December 3, 2008 She is still going although I can't say strong. She is still sleeping in the conservatory at night with short spells outside during the day. She only lasted 15 minutes outside today before she fell over and couldn't move so hubby brought her in and fed her half a tin of mackerel. She has perked up a lot now and has had a little wander over to the cat and back. She then fell asleep though so it's obviously tiring for her. We are going to talk tonight about plans for going to the vets if her quality of life is compromised more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted December 8, 2008 Author Share Posted December 8, 2008 Holly has just died in my arms. I snuggled her up in a blanket on my knee and called the vet to have her put to sleep. While I was waiting for the vet to call me back she died. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing cloud Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 So sorry to hear this and more ((hugs)) to you all from me and mine. Not much consolation at this time, but at least you know she had a wonderful life with you and yours, being loved and cared for, and doing all those lovely naughty chickenny things that every hen should do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 So sorry. Bless Holly. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 So sorry to hear about Holly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phonix Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 so sorry janty. Just read this whole thread and it made me cry At least she had an amazing 11+ months of freedom with you, where she was spoiled rotton and enjoyed an amazing life. Hugs to you ((HUGS)) x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beach chick Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 bless her, bless you. you made her a happy chicken til the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyhas3chucks Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 at least she died in the arms of someone that loved her & she died with dinity. She would say "thank you for all you did, for your love & kindness" bless you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 RIP Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 So sorry to hear she finally slipped away . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted December 8, 2008 Share Posted December 8, 2008 So sorry to hear your sad news. Take care. Allisonx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 RIP Holly & hugs to you all. It's hard for those who loved her, but she had a wonderful life with you & your family. Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 Sorry to hear about Holly, Janty. Only just realised. (((Big hug))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted December 10, 2008 Share Posted December 10, 2008 I only just realised too . I'm so sorry about Holly . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyhole kate Posted December 11, 2008 Share Posted December 11, 2008 Oh Janty Just read this whole thread and it made me for me it is the only downside to having my girls! and the thing I dread the most. My thoughts are with you what a wonderful life your little Holly had RIP Kitty Xx HugsxX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
