smanners Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I contacted one of the BHWT co-ordinators today and I'm collecting 3 Ex Batts tomorrow. I was so inspired by some of the recovery stories and the before and after photos that I decided to go for it. I've had an empty eglu waiting for spring as I fancied some blue egg layers but felt I would rather give some needy hens the chance of freedom a life that they deserve. I know they'll need lots of TLC for a while and this cold wintery spell will be a challenge but at least 3 more girls will be saved from a worse fate. I may still get some more anyway in spring when everyone has settled in but don't tell OH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 fantastic, you'll all be so happy together! don't forget to post piccies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chook n Boo Mum Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I'm collecting my new laydies on 24th - I can't wait!! Let us know how you get on. Sha x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emily95 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 well done!!! im sure they'll be very grateful Emily x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Well done. Lucky chickens. I won't tell your OH about your others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenmb Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 That's great news, well done and a good start to the new year for both you and them. Waiting for some pics now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smanners Posted January 3, 2009 Author Share Posted January 3, 2009 Well got them back safely and they are in Eglu in the kitchen! ( too cold tonight to go straight outside) They are a bit ovenready in places but otherwise not too bad. The first lady we spoke to wasn't too impressed re Eglu and felt they were too small for 3 chooks but as we collected them the next lady told the chooks that they were lucky to be going to such a posh home! They've eaten their mash and drunk this pm and had a little boiled,mashed cabbage and apple. They have had a few spats already but are now snuggled up together in bed! I guess tomorrow it's a case of plenty of food/water stations and some distractions and for me ................a suitably placed chair and lots of chicken watching time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moomin Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Bless!! I bet they think their luck is in coming to live with you Can't wait to see the pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 well done on your new girls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helenmb Posted January 5, 2009 Share Posted January 5, 2009 Glad its going well so far, keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
