by Shop Manager | Dec 12, 2021 | Coccidiosis
Coccidiosis Common, sometimes deadly for hens What is it?Coccidiosis is a common, and sometimes deadly, intestinal disease caused by a parasitic organism that attaches itself to a chicken’s intestinal lining. This parasitic invasion damages the intestinal tract,...
by Shop Manager | Oct 8, 2020 | Sick Hen
It never gets easier to let a loved animal friend go (to be euthanised) no matter how many times your heart has been through the loss. Today I held little Soleil in my hand while the vet euthanised her. The thoughts that run through your mind as to all the things you...
by Shop Manager | Jul 22, 2020 | Eggs, Feed, Sick Hen, Vitamins for your Hen
Wrinkly Eggs Most likely, the wrinkly egg is like the wrinkles on my face, it’s an age thing!!! Have any of your rescue girls given you a wrinkly egg? My girls on the very odd occasion gift me with a wrinkly one, so likely your girls will too at some...
by Shop Manager | Jul 22, 2020 | Coop & Hen Area, Perches
Roosts Let’s talk about roosts and how to ensure your hens have the best nights sleep! How wide? Square, rectangular or circular? How far off the ground? How much space do they need? How to keep them clean? Let’s get the answers: Hens don’t grip...
by Shop Manager | Jul 9, 2020 | Egg Bound, Egg Yolk Periontitis, Sick Hen
Scaly Leg Mites Scaly Leg Mite is an infestation on your hen’s legs What causes Scaly Leg Mites? A small parasitic mite known as Cnemidocoptes Mutans. Even the name of this nasty critter is enough to make you itchy. They have a life cycle of 14-21 days and spend their...
