Blue-DiamondChick07 Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 My new 6-8 bird coop has now been built, and I was going to get some Bantams as some of you know, but after my researching on the net, Ive decided to rescue 3-4 Ex-Batts instead. They need a loving home and nice life after everything theyhave been through. I was a bit reluctant as I tend to be emotional, and was worried it would be too heart breaking - but now really wanna help these poor girls. I emailed my coordinators via BHWT so now just have to wait...... Hope its not too long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Thats good Remember they will be weak and aggressive when they first arrive so lots of TLC and a separate house and run will be needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chick-a-doodle-doo Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 We have 3 girls who have grown their feathers back and enjoying their new lives. They are great and still lay eggs. Great that you have decided to have ex batts! It was sad when one of my girls died, she didn't walk so we carried her down each day, she had a week of freedom but ex batts deserve kind, caring, homes. My hubby was a little reluctant like you but is so happy with our 3 girls it's worth it. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue-DiamondChick07 Posted April 3, 2010 Author Share Posted April 3, 2010 I have my new coop, and I have a large run which is going to be attached to it, its very big. They'll be seperate from my current brood. Hope it doesn't take too long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 They are very rewarding to have. I have 2 of my 3 ex batts still with me. Hope all goes well, and with TLC they will be right as rain in no time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falkor Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 That is great news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Marvelllous. I have 7 ex batts and it had been very rewarding to watch them learn how to behave like hens and blend into the flock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Shirl Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 That is good news. Good luck with them, hope you don't have to wait too long, but I'm sure it will be worth it.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue-DiamondChick07 Posted April 3, 2010 Author Share Posted April 3, 2010 The coordinator rang me while i was in Tesco, and I'm on the list. Its looking like sometime this month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Shirl Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Awwwwwwwww, that good, not long then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutti Frutti Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Fantastic news! I have four girls including 2 ex-barnies and... don't tell anyone but I have a really soft spot for both my baldies Actually, one of them isn't bald any more and has gone from being really scared and shy to being very affectionate with wonderfully fluffy golden brown knickers. The other, well, is still wearing anti-peck spray but is slowly getting there and is as mad as a box of frogs! You will love them to bits. Well done you! :clap: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue-DiamondChick07 Posted April 3, 2010 Author Share Posted April 3, 2010 Yeah! Can't wait! My birthday is the 10th, so be nice if it was around then there house is all ready and waiting now.... Should really order some Ex-Batt crumb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coco Posted April 3, 2010 Share Posted April 3, 2010 Well done for giving these girls a new home. My two ex batts were very aggresive when I first got them but have setled in fine now. Prue my light sussex cross hangs round with the ex batts now and they leave the silkie crosses to be broody. [again] Lily spent all the cold weather we had moulting and shivering but she has lovely new feathers now. They are so rewarding and into everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue-DiamondChick07 Posted April 7, 2010 Author Share Posted April 7, 2010 Getting impatient now house is nearly all ready, just need to figure out how to attach coop to run. I have names too, Fanny, Penny and Ebony Amber (after the colours of a Duracel battery ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
