chicken bark Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 (edited) I've been umming and ahhing about getting ex-bats ever since I first started with poultry. When I first decided to get chickens I had planned to get a recycled house and some ex-bats but then felt it would be too much too soon so got hybrids instead. Well many experiences later and an ever expanding flock I thought it was finally time to get some so I have put my name down. Edited September 24, 2011 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindafw Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 well done you . Its something I keep considering but as I work full time I am not sure I would have the right amount of time to give them the best treatment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 Hooray, well done you!!! You won't regret it, ex-batts are the BEST I picked up my second batch of three just a couple of weeks ago, they are now out free ranging in the garden, picking up all kinds of bad habits from last year's intake. There has been some squabbling but I'm hoping that they've more or less sorted out their pecking order (they spent the first ten days completely separate, but within sight of each other. Good luck with them, do you know when you will get them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 Good for you. I always have a few ex batts in my flock. They are well worth the time and effort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted September 18, 2011 Share Posted September 18, 2011 Good for you. I always have a few ex batts in my flock. They are well worth the time and effort. I've only ever had (and still have) one chook who is not an ex-batt and she takes more time, effort and maintenance than the rest of the ex-batts put together, she's such a little madam!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 18, 2011 Author Share Posted September 18, 2011 Annoyingly there is a rehoming happening as we speak near me but I know there is another one in a months time. I'm just trying to work out the logistics of moving my other hens into different housing so I can free up a nice house and run for them. It is time I said bye bye to a couple of the boys - chicken life is so unfair. The boys have had a brilliant life (if i do say so myself) and will not go to waste. And the plus side it will make space for some ladies that deserve a fair crack at the good life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 19, 2011 Author Share Posted September 19, 2011 I'm so not good at being patient waiting for them to get back to me. Drumming fingers.... (I know they are really busy and it is all volunteers) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I work full time, as does my hubby, and we keep ex batts in our flock. They take a little more TLC for a couple of weeks, but not much more to be honest. Our most recent ex batts have been with us for just over 3 weeks, they are already integrated with the rest of the girls, are starting to re-feather and have become cheeky, happy chooks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken shack Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 I bought an a few weeks ago when they were on offer so that I could re-home three ex-battery girls but I am still waiting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 Ex batts are lovely go for it. The 'A team' are my first ex batts (sadly lost one this morning) but I plan to always have a few ex batts. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squiffs Posted September 20, 2011 Share Posted September 20, 2011 I can highly recommend ex-batts, after the surprise addition to my flock I got last week. Will definitely think about making room for some when I have the space! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 20, 2011 Author Share Posted September 20, 2011 Ex batts are lovely go for it. The 'A team' are my first ex batts (sadly lost one this morning) but I plan to always have a few ex batts. Chrissie Sorry you lost one Chrissie - I'm sure she had a splendid retirement but it is still upsetting when they go. Thank you all for your encouragement - the brilliant news is that I am getting 4 on Saturday. Off to rearrange the chicken houses and get everything disinfected for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathybc Posted September 21, 2011 Share Posted September 21, 2011 well done- and you will love them x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 23, 2011 Author Share Posted September 23, 2011 Did I say 4? I think I am getting 6 now. This time tomorrow they will be tucked up in their new beds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken shack Posted September 23, 2011 Share Posted September 23, 2011 Received an email today to say the release day will be 9th October. I have booked for so excited I have wanted to rehome ex-batts for as long as I can remember. I will have to put the together and prepare for thier arrival. I wonder what the others will think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine-chick Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Hi ... Dont often post but was checking updates on "chicken of fate" !!! I'm hooked. Saw your thread and had to let you know how chuffed I am that some more ex-bats are going to have a lovely life with you I dipped my toe into the wacky world of chickens May 2007 and my life has never been the same .. in a good way I started with 3 ex-bats but sadly Edna passed away in June. Then I got 2 more in July, the intros were a bit hairy a times but now they are one happy little flock. I would love more but only have an with extended run. I'm hoping to get next year if funds allow so I can have more. Ex-bats are just the best, its so great to see them re-feather and become stronger cheeky chooks. Good luck ... you wont regret it. Mine make me smile every day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 24, 2011 Author Share Posted September 24, 2011 Received an email today to say the release day will be 9th October. I have booked for so excited I have wanted to rehome ex-batts for as long as I can remember. I will have to put the together and prepare for thier arrival. I wonder what the others will think Brilliant! If your others are anything like mine they will just tut and roll their eyes at you. Mine are now at home settling in. Photos to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 24, 2011 Author Share Posted September 24, 2011 Okay - here are some photos. The first one (and only one so far outside) Having a look but then going back in Hiding inside Having a sneaky peek around the edge of the nesting box I'm off to spend some time with them now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Oh my goodness, it's so amazing to see their first steps into the outside world. Hopefully they will feather up before it gets too cold. They are such fab, friendly ladies. You will love them. If only I had more room......................Alli xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted September 24, 2011 Author Share Posted September 24, 2011 Hi ... Dont often post but was checking updates on "chicken of fate" !!! I'm hooked. Saw your thread and had to let you know how chuffed I am that some more ex-bats are going to have a lovely life with you Good luck ... you wont regret it. Mine make me smile every day Thank you Elaine that was a lovely post. Mine have made me smile so much today. I'm very proud of them. Two eggs already bless. Oh my goodness, it's so amazing to see their first steps into the outside world. Hopefully they will feather up before it gets too cold. They are such fab, friendly ladies. You will love them. If only I had more room......................Alli xx I guess we can only do what we can. My only regrets are that I didn't do it sooner and I couldn't house any more at the moment. I still need to make sure my other posh girls are not feeling left out though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammiboo Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 lovely pictures. the one looking out for the first time makes you realise how lucky these girls are. I love my ex batts and get lots of enjoyment having them. Agnes does get away with more than she should Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKMARCH Posted September 24, 2011 Share Posted September 24, 2011 Great pictures what lucky girls! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine-chick Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 I love the pics .. they look brilliant .... Happy days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 Well done They look lovely and soon with your love and care they will look even lovlier I found one of the oddest things was that after they had been here a few weeks and I started to give them some treats they just did not know what to do with them Mine love pasta and peas now! Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fluffy chick Posted September 25, 2011 Share Posted September 25, 2011 It always brings a lump to my throat when I see what an awful state they are in. It's so sad when I think how spoilt some animals are and how others barely survive the life they are forced to lead Your chickens are so lucky to have been given a second chance at a decent life. I would love to see pics in a few weeks when they've feathered up and are acting like spoilt brats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
