The 3 D's Posted May 8, 2010 Share Posted May 8, 2010 In the morning she was fine, like normal, but when i returned home, less than an hour ago, i went to look at them (2 are broody, well know 1) willow was in there dead! I was totally shocked as she showed no signs of being ill or anything and i was surprised that it was her that has died because i have only seen her coming out and eating, unlike the other one. Do any of you know what may have caused this? There seems to be no injuries on anything on her, apart from a patch of straw that she was sitting on seemed to be a darker colour but when i checked her nothing seemed to stand out I am so shocked and worried that it may happen to the other broody, who has been in there for longer. Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidsin Posted May 8, 2010 Share Posted May 8, 2010 I can't offer any advice - but I'm so sorry, how horrible for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarlettohara Posted May 8, 2010 Share Posted May 8, 2010 So sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brambles Posted May 8, 2010 Share Posted May 8, 2010 I'm sorry, what a terrible shock for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted May 8, 2010 Share Posted May 8, 2010 I'm sorry I always worry that Hilary isn't eating + drinking so have to force her to, hope your other one is ok... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 Sometimes broody hens can be overwhelmed by red mite, especially If they are not eating and drinking adequately. Perhaps she had a weak heart? Probably one of those things that you won't get to the bottom of. A nasty shock for you all the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnandkymberley Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 Sorry to hear about your loss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathybc Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 sorry to hear about your girl x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennydavies Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 Oh Matt, how awful for you. The horrible part is not knowing what happened to her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 9, 2010 Share Posted May 9, 2010 I'd say it was red mite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 3 D's Posted May 9, 2010 Author Share Posted May 9, 2010 Thanks for your comments guys. I guess you are never going to find out the real reason. I never knew that red mite could kill a bird. I didnt see any, mind you i didnt look too close! Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
