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Gorgeous chicks.Mine seem to have settled down healthwise at the moment, surprising really because they're running around again in the snow today! The only one who concerns me is a little Wyandotte hen who has a closed eye (and it's been closed for a while). I've dosed her with Tylan, tried to clear her ears with a cotton bud, all the things that you'd do, but there's no improvement. I think I'm going to take her up to the chicken farm to see if they'll inject her with Tylan or help her in some other way In herself she's bright as a button and eating well.
I lost my new Barnevelder hen, a light sussex hen (youngster), my Amber star hen and a couple of other young birds when the virus was bad but I'm glad it seems to have stopped.
I have a surplus of cockerels so if anyone is interested please shout. They are obviously free to good homes. I've got a Rhode Island red bantam, a gold spangled something bantam (!), a Light Sussex cross (looks like a very stunning Light Sussex) and an Amber Star/Black Orpington x. Shortly they'll be on their way to the chicken farm (for sale) although obviously if they don't sell, they'll probably be culled. Just thought I'd try here (and a few other places) first.
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I read this last night and didn't know what to say. I was shocked and I didn't know Lesley personally.
All i can say is : Rest in peace Lesley
and massive
to all your close friends and relations who are now in shock and trying to understand. You all have my heartfelt sympathy. -
Khan, Gemma & Pebbles enjoying themselves!
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When some of mine were coughing and sneezing they were prescribed Lincospectin. I'd wanted an antibiotic that could go in their water instead of dosing each one individually twice a day with Baytril. The downside is the 28 day egg withdrawal period
But they were only laying one or two eggs a day so it wasn't too bad, we ate our eggs again just before Christmas and now they're back up to 6 or so a day. Anyway, Lincospectin can be bought online without a prescription here but it would seem they're closed at the moment. It's similar stuff to Tylan only cheaper. I would've gone for Tylan if this hadn't worked.Norty Forrest!!!!!! If he's aggressive I suggest a date with the oven. I've got a six month old Speckled Sussex cockerel if you fancied a change
It was Tylan that I used and it doesn't seem to have had much effect. The sad thing is that apparently even if they survive they remain carriers and I'm told that the only way to truly get rid of Myco is to cull the whole flock which I'm not going to do so I suppose I'm going to have to get used to this.
we could do a swap cos I can't see me eating Forrest but he's much bigger now so you could do the deed?? -
So sorry you've lost Mimi, Cheryl.
I've lost 4 hens in as many weeks and I think I've still got 2 more who will die soon, sadly. I think they've got myco and despite dosing them with AB's, there is little improvement. In addition to the 2 who are likely to die, I have at least another 4 or 5 coughing and I've no idea what else to do to save them. They've all been wormed, have Poultry spice added to their rations and I've been making them Ready Brek each morning while the snow's been here.
Although I've got around 40 birds, I still HATE losing them
and I loathe watching them go downhill.As an aside, Forrest is becoming a little devil and if he continues in this vein he'll be going to the local Chicken Farm where I hope they will rehome him to someone who doesn't mind being attacked every day :lol:
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Are you coping ok with all this snow? Did you manage to get there today? Bad luck for you that you got him probably the worst weather week ever although it does mean that everything from now on should be easy :lol:
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Just wondered, have you got this sorted now? If not, I may know a qualified groomer who could do this.
Pm me please if you're interested and I'll put you in touch with her.
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That list of omissions is a bit scarey, to say the least
Sending loads of postive thoughts for Billy, and hoping that your proper vets can sort him out as painlessly as possible
to you and all your family who are having to go through this. -
Can't believe how much your 'little' brother and sister have grown
Earl definitely looks good and if you can cope with the horrid weather now when it's almost impossible to do anything (can't turn out - here at least - because the ground's too hard and ridged) and horses are bored, then you have the spring and summer to look forward to in the not too distant future.
He does remind me of Twilight, my first grey mare, and I'm sure he will turn out to be a lovely hack, bless him. I'm sure he will be grateful that you've saved him from his plods around the school with lots of beginners and will reward you by being a very happy, safe hack
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The very first horse I ever owned was an aged fleabitten grey TB mare
so I can see lots of similarities He's lovely - have loads of fun with him. He's got a really kind eye and expression and I'm sure he will become a very special friend
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Come on then Sam - where are the piccs?????
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Loads of positive thoughts sent for Moon and his lovely family
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As with everything else in life, it all comes down to common sense and decency. If everybody could just keep their brains switched on and focussed, and lose the idea of being 'king/queen of the road', then most acidents simply wouldn't happen
Couldn't agree with you more
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On the subject of cycle helmets, I recall the same statistics being quoted about riding hats. Fortunately the majority of horse riders decided to adopt riding hats (not least because insurance companies wouldn't insure them). It was probably around 15 or so years ago but seems like they were always around (riding hats, not insurance companies)!
I still believe cyclists are horribly vulnerable to car/lorry/van drivers and if I were obliged to ride a bike to work in snow/ice, I'm sure I'd NOT cycle in those conditions although I appreciate what those who do cycle say. IMO, your life is more important than your job, no matter what.
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Ok, if she wants to look at it from a 'purebred' GSD point of view and showing, GSD's have now been excluded from Crufts' qualification due to their sloping backs, poor hips and other health issues so (if she's a responsible breeder) she'd be struggling to find the right stud dog. Showing GSDs is not easy unless you are well up in the latest breed standards at the moment. As the breed standard is basically about dogs which are 'fit for purpose, fit for life', I would suggest that lots of people who would otherwise be looking for gsd puppies might have decided to leave it for a year or two until the breed standard becomes re-established. I know if it were the breed I'm involved in, that's what I'd do. Anyway, why would you want to use a stud dog who isn't fit for either of the above? There are stud dogs out there who are both good and fit but I suspect that anyone who hasn't been involved in the showing world wouldn't know who they are because they won't have been the judges' preference in the days of the 'slopey back GSD' days.
And I agree about most of the other stuff.
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I've always loved you Monty (especially as you were my very first foster) but I know you have had a better life with Sam and her family than I could have ever offered you.
Have a very happy birthday, handsome boy - and continue to enjoy your life to the full. I will be waiting to see you at Olympia next year
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Wow! He sounds lovely. Good luck Sam and let me know if you need any help but I think he may be one very happy horse
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I'm so sorry to hear this, Alex
Sleep tight, Millie, knowing how very much you were loved
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I'm so sooooo sorry
Mega hugs to you Sarah for all that you did for Molly and for all the love you gave her.Molly, my sweetheart, RIP, knowing that you were truly loved by your Mum and that she did everything in her power for you
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I've absolutely nothing against cyclists. In fact, I applaud them generally even though (as a motorist) I do have to be very aware.
My concern is that I have seen lots of reported incidents of cyclists and motor-cyclists who have been injured in road accidents as a result of the snow in the East. Is it really sensible to cycle in these conditions? I would totally agree that it may also not be sensible for car drivers to be out but as they are the most vulnerable road users, why don't cyclists and bikers just stay at home for a few days?
MOST car drivers don't need to make their journeys either (and it's depressingly sad to see how many have absolutely NO idea how to drive in snow) but if a car gets out of control it becomes an unguided missile. Pedestrians, cyclists and any other road user is vulnerable. I (for one) certainly wouldn't want to be any of the reporters standing on an interserction discussing the traffic situation. Why are people so oblivious to danger?
I suspect there will be lots of people who would wish that car drivers shouldn't be on the road but even if car drivers weren't there - the lorries would still need to move. I would just prefer that the more vulnerable members of the road society didn't endanger themselves when the weather gets tough.
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large corporate companies
employment agencies looking for homes for polish etc
However be very careful who you take in, check reference, even if they seem nice, i fell for that once or twice in my younger days and had a star trek freak who was really weird.. a girl who turned out to be a bit on the weirdo side mentally and its not nice when it doesnt work out and you have to ask them to leave.
Thank you! great ideas there and I'll definitely look into those.
Your local vet practices? Might have new vets/nurses looking for somewhere to rent.
Sounds like heaven!
Thank you! We think it is heaven and we would take a lodger with a pet, providing it could get on or live with ours.
We're near Ashford in Kent btw.
I need to go to spec savers because I read the title as " Getting a badger"
:lol: we have loads of badgers around here - not planning on getting more yet
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I'm pretty sure this has been discussed before but I can't find any relevant threads and Sue & I now need to take in a lodger to make ends meet. Trouble is, although we've got a lovely home and it's in a great location, we do have lots of dogs (and cats and horses and chickens) and so whoever we get needs to be an animal lover. It's also a bit muddy in the winter
.Does anyone have any tips on how we should advertise or even where we should advertise please?
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to you and the lovely Milly
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It's a long time since I last posted here.
In the meanwhile, very sadly Mum died
We have also had 5 foster puppies living here for 4Pawz&More Rescue and they have now all been rehomed.
Echo is due to produce a litter in the next few days which I'm very excited about.
My show dogs have all done brilliantly this year and I have two qualified for Crufts next year.
I've been dropping in and out of RMF and have seen lots of sad news and lots of good news so hugs and smiles as appropriate but I can't possibly go through all of it.
The Horse Update / Pic Thread
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Glad everyone's horses are more or less ok, dramas permitting!!
Cabbagepatch - natural balance shoes are great and your farrier sounds really good. Stuff his owner - she's being stupid!!