Jukebox Tim Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 Sadly, after two years of prolific egg-laying, our Pepperpot, LaVern, became ill with what seemed like a fungal infection of her crop. We had her on a course of medication and, although she rallied for a few days, her condition worsened and we had to put her out of her suffering. We're left with our Maran (Bessie) and Ranger (Mabel) - the extended run looks too big without LaVern so, today, we've bought a Coral hybrid and another Pepperpot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 So sorry about LaVern, at least she had a happy life with you. I see you subscribe to the immediate replacement theory, me too, i wouldn't be able to handle seeing the extra space. May you have as many happy times with the new girls as i'm sure you did with LaVern Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 Sad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 So sorry to hear you news. I'm sure she had a good life with you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted May 18, 2007 Share Posted May 18, 2007 So sorry Tim She was a great chook though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhapsody Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Oh dear I'm sorry about laVern. As we arein the same neckof the woods, where are you getting your newbies from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Sorry to hear about LaVern karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 So sorry to hear about LaVern, Tim . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina C Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 RIP LaVern Hope you have lots of fun with your new girls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jill Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Sorry to hear about LaVern but it was the kindest thing you could do for her. I hope you have many happy years with your new girls. Where are you getting them from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisHapp Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Awww, poor girl - sounds like you looked after her brilliantly though. Enjoy your new girlies! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hen Watch Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Sorry about LaVern. We were upset when Nigella died and we only had her a few weeks. So it must be very sad for you. I'm sure the new chooks will be fun when they arrive. All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Oh dear im so sorry to hear your sad news Think back on her life with a smile on your face and try and remember all the good times you have had with her i know its hard to do right now but it will get easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Sorry to hear about Lavern, bless her. She had a fantastic life though compared to most chickens. Take comfort from that and enjoy your new hens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 So sorry about LaVern, it's never easy but you have done the kindest thing and you know when it's right don't you. Hugs BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jukebox Tim Posted May 21, 2007 Author Share Posted May 21, 2007 Thank you all. How very kind. For those of you who asked, we're getting the new chooks from Hollywater Hens, near Bordon (Surrey/Hants border). The lady there is the best in the area for hybrids but, if you want a pure breed, I also recommmend Simon Bates at the Garden Hen Company in Windsor. Regards, Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathy C Posted May 21, 2007 Share Posted May 21, 2007 Sorry to hear about LaVerne. I hope your new ones will settle in quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jukebox Tim Posted May 28, 2007 Author Share Posted May 28, 2007 Since the demise of LaVern we have added two new chooks to the "clutch"; Mojo and Lucille have joined Bessie and Mabel. We got them from Jayne at Hollywater Hens (very helpful) not far from Farnham. They both surprised us with a couple of small eggs yesterday, much to the annoyance of Bessie and Mabel. There's been a bit of argey-bargey but it should settle down in a day or two. Shame the weather is so dire because we've not really been able to let them out of the run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
