wannabe smallholder Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Well one week on and they have settled pretty well. Hetty has finally come out from under the coop and although Florence still seems to target her a little she's less timid and just gets out of her way rather than running for cover. Decided to order some omlet netting to let them out in the garden (glad I did because we've had to herd Lily back in as she runs from the shaking corn pot, not to it!) and its a pleasure to see them scratching and exploring, even in the rain today, and to see them run is just the funniest thing!! Not been a stress free week. As a complete newbie everything new I notice is followed by 'Is that normal? Should she do that? Shall I go to vet?' Paranoid I know! Just to say that anyone on here awaiting the arrival of their girls be prepared... Not everything will be as expected, not everything is fun (poo picking the sloppy smelly ones-disgusting!) but in one week my life has changed for the better and as I type this, watching my kids rolling around the floor, play fighting and shouting I'm feeling the need for a quick nip up the garden! Week one has been a hit, bring on week two! Xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortle Chook Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 I'm so glad you've enjoyed your first week wannabe smallholder even if you don't much like the 'curry' poos. These are normal and yes they are too. Things will get better as your hens get tamer too. Don't fret too much about illnesses. Though the books are full of these and as a place to get advice the forum is too, chooks are really very hardy beings providing your husbandry is good, you keep them clean and you don't overstock for the space available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
good_egg Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 So glad things seem to be settling down. It's amazing to watch them go from scared little girls to nip your fingers for the corn (ours did that transformation in under 3 weeks!). Looking forward to week two update and don't worry you aren't alone in the panic/is that normal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wannabe smallholder Posted August 15, 2012 Author Share Posted August 15, 2012 Thanks both! I promise not to fret and always call upon you all when in doubt! xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LottyJ1 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Curry poos are the worst and mine have been leaving them on top of the house Glad your enjoying it despite the initial concerns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 I'm glad you are enjoying being a chicken mummy It is one of the best things that can happen to someone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LottyJ1 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 It is one of the best things that can happen to someone Thats a lovely thing to say - i agree 100% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mrs_B Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 So nice to read a happy post and glad your first week has gone well When I first saw a 'curry' poop, I instantly thought something was wrong with their insides! The 'curries' are just blergh! I also LOVE to watch chickens run, it makes me smile every time! Hope your chicken fun continues for a long time x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortle Chook Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I also LOVE to watch chickens run, it makes me smile every time! So agree. I've never stopped laughing at chickens running. They look like ladies running for the bus with their tights falling down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue_F Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I also LOVE to watch chickens run, it makes me smile every time! So agree. I've never stopped laughing at chickens running. They look like ladies running for the bus with their tights falling down I totally agree!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackian Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I also LOVE to watch chickens run, it makes me smile every time! x Oh how i agree! I also love it when they are all pecking about together with their fluffy knickers in the air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 Ahhh it's nice to read that you're enjoying your girls Chickens are adorable and very funny I love looking out into the garden at my chicken circus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
