Penguin Posted September 3, 2009 Share Posted September 3, 2009 Here's a question...we like the odd drop of Merlot from time to time, and it would appear that Baked also likes a tipple - Andrew gave her a drop a while back and since then she won't leave us alone if we have a glass...is that very naughty and can it cause problems? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xScrunchee Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 I wouldn't give my chickens alcohol as I cannot imagine that it would be good for them. Interested to hear other peoples views though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poachedegg Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 I wouldn't give my chickens alcohol as I cannot imagine that it would be good for them. Interested to hear other peoples views though I'm with you - surely it can't be good for any animal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CluckyBucks Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Mind you, i was watching 'animals do the funniest things' the other day and there was a hen that went to this pub everyday and the manager gave her a pint. Obviously she didnt drink it all but had a fair swig I wouldnt recommend giving any animal alcohol due to it being considered as 'poison' to humans on occasion. xx xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forge Cottage Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 With those little heads it would not take much to have an effect either...! Ours have sometimes stolen a few drops of white wine with no apparent ill effects, apart from knocking a glass over. Last week Mabel stuck her whole head into a Cappucino. It was so quick - and she got the fright of her life! She emerged in a blob of frothy milk with chocolate sprinkles on her head.... We fell about but I don't think she will try that one again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 + WIR Lavender Mabel Marjorie As I hang my head in shame Marjorie The famous cheese eating Parasol climbing Light Sussex loves wine. Doesnt get it often but will almost kill to get to it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spottyappy Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 Our 2, Posh and Pecks, absolutely LOVE beer! They will almost knock my husbands glass from his hand if he doesn't pour them a beer when he has one! They have been known to get slightly tipsy on it, and fall off the edge of the patio! Its only about 3" down to the grass so they don't come to any harm! Interestingly, when they have any, the next eggs shells they lay are almost a cream in colour,instead of brown, and have flecks in them. I don't believe it would do any harm- like with all things in moderation- as animals,and probably birds can be included in that, are very good at only eating(or drinking) what is good and safe for them.They seem to have a knowledge of things that are dangerous etc! Sandie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrensWorld Posted September 4, 2009 Share Posted September 4, 2009 (edited) Oh dear, this is our chooks night-cap. I wondered why they always woke up grumpy..... edit: I lied they just get a few grapes at about 8pm..... Edited September 5, 2009 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 I often sit outside with them with a coffee, I know have to stand up to drink it otherwise they are jostling to try and get their heads in the mug Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 I'm not sure that I'd give them alcohol tbh. They wouldn't encounter it in the wild I wouldn't imagine. A bit like cake really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 A bit like cake really. Mine go BONKERS for cake - at one hen party Fifi jumped up and grabbed some out of someones hand! Usually the hen party is when they get a few crumbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 Oh dear, this is our chooks night-cap. I wondered why they always woke up grumpy..... edit: I lied they just get a few grapes at about 8pm..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
