chicklit Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I am really excited (although a little nervous) because my eglu and chickens arrive tomorrow. We have never had chickens before although we have had lots of other pets over the years. Currently we have 2 elderly westies, Holly & Jack (14 & 15 years old) and 3 persian cats, also well past middle age. I'm hoping they will all get on with the chickens. I would just like to say thanks to everyone on the forum because I have learned such a lot over the last few weeks from reading all the messages and advice on the forum. I think it is fantastic how everyone is so helpful and supportive. Brenda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol U Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Good luck for tomorrow! Chickens make fantastic pets - endlessly rewarding. Don't be disappointed if they disappear into their house and stay there for a couple of days. They will soon find their feet and venture a little further each day. I know you'll love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
layla Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Good luck Brenda, you will love them chickens are beautiful soft, fluffy and cute and sooooooooo funny to watch hugs Layla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 You will love having chickens and an eglu - we all do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Hi, Welcome & good luck with the chickens. You'll love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omletina Kyckling Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Hi Brenda, Welcome to the mad world of chicken ownership. I got my Eglu and three chickens last month and never thought I'd get so attached to them - you will really love it! Just wait 'til the eggs start to come! Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Hello from me karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 you'll soon get the hang of it! They're a helpful lot on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 Good luck and welcome to the forum. Any questions...just ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicki9 Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 welcome and good luck - you'll soon be addicted if you are not already! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 yes I'm thinking of setting up a self help group Seriously they take over your life in a lovely way. welcome to the world of hens BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helen&Lee Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Good Luck for today Brenda, Hope the weather stays nice for you You'll soon be addicted to spending every spare moment watching them Helen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 All the best for today Brenda, your life will never be the same! Oh, and welcome to the forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhapsody Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Nice to meet you chicklit (luuuurve the username) everyone is really nice here and you get lots of help if you ask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Are they here yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovemychooks Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Oooh good luck for today Brenda, I hope it all goes really well We want lots of pics too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules. Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 ooohh, a cube- fab What colour did you go for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodle Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 I hope today has gone well for you. Mine arrived exactly two weeks ago and we are all sooooo attached to them. Don't think I will ever be without chooks now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Hi Brenda I got my Eglu cube and three bantams at the beginning of the month - and I want more!! Scooby Florence Daphne Edna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicklit Posted October 25, 2007 Author Share Posted October 25, 2007 Hi everyone, So happy today, my chickens have arrived at last and they are fantastic. I'm surprised at how calm they were when they arrived and how well they have taken to their new home. They have been eating out of my hand through the run wire and have taken themselves off to bed without any trouble at all. I have decided to call the two gingernuts Rosie and Maisie, and the Miss Pepperpot has been called Charlotte by my grand daughter and I must say that it suits her because she seems a little bit haughty as she struts her stuff. My dog Jack has really taken to them and has spent the afternoon lying by the run, shooing away the cats if they dare to get to near to his new friends. My OH is totally enthralled with them and we have spent most of the day either outside with the chickens or watching them through the kitchen window. I can't wait till I can let them free range in the garden. I have a lovely feeling that this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Thanks everyone for your good wishes and I look forward to reading everyones postings in the future. Brenda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Congratulations. Any pictures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicklit Posted October 25, 2007 Author Share Posted October 25, 2007 Thanks for your message Egultine. I have taken pics today but I'm not sure how to put them on the site. Will get my son in law to show me next time they are here. Would love you to see my new babies. Brenda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodle Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Glad all went well The Omlet girls are a well behaved lot!!! My OH and I spent our first day doing exactly the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Congrats. Can't wait to see the pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MisHapp Posted October 26, 2007 Share Posted October 26, 2007 Yayyy!! New cube and chooks - very exciting! Hope you get some piccies up. We love being nosey here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
