Suzy J Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 I can not believe what I have just seen ........... my chickens out in the garden suddenly went to a gap in my fence which leads to a nursing home, a mouse dashes out of it and my amber star picks up the mouse as quick as lightening and swallows it whole...... I am worried now that its still wriggling...... wont this be a tad uncomfortable for her?? and to think I always chop up their food so small. both hens were actually hunting is this normal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Yes it has been reported a few times on the forum. I saw one of mine with a mouse dangling from their mouth being chased by the others round the garden, but luckily didn't see it being swallowed. It's pretty vile when they look so cute, eat their mash/pellets and greens then suddenly hunt down animals Have you seen the froglu thread in the nesting box? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsay Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Yes, I've seen my girls eating mice quite a few times .... including the swallowing thing ... gross isn't it?! In fact, my cats have been known to bring a mouse into the garden, drop it near the chicken run and then get very miffed when one of the girls runs off with it!! They're a bit like raptors aren't they! Scary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suzy J Posted March 1, 2007 Author Share Posted March 1, 2007 Thats what I like about this board someone else has nearly always experienced the same things so makes you feel better when you have concerns I love it and its all sooooo helpful. checked out the frog stories yuk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolinep Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Just imagine it still wrigglin around inside then when it comes out the other end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Yes, I've seen my girls eating mice quite a few times .... including the swallowing thing ... gross isn't it?! In fact, my cats have been known to bring a mouse into the garden, drop it near the chicken run and then get very miffed when one of the girls runs off with it!! They're a bit like raptors aren't they! Scary! Poor cat I know it makes me feel at the thought but at least you know they will keep the garden clear of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 It's eating the eggs next day that makes me feel Especially when they've been gorging on slugs! Have to make a really conscious effort to NOT think about what they're eating!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 It's eating the eggs next day that makes me feel Especially when they've been gorging on slugs! Have to make a really conscious effort to NOT think about what they're eating!! *shudder* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveypup Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Just think - she may lay an egg with a ready made egg cosy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Or a tail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 Shudder!! It is extra protein though....very good for promoting the growth of new feathers!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted March 1, 2007 Share Posted March 1, 2007 and there's me chopping cucumber and tomato and grapes into equally small pieces Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine C Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 Just imagine it still wrigglin around inside then when it comes out the other end Yes, my inital thoughts. Best not go there E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine C Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 It's eating the eggs next day that makes me feel Especially when they've been gorging on slugs! Have to make a really conscious effort to NOT think about what they're eating!! Yes, definately best not to think about it. Just think tasty eggs, all that protein etc E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
