Clay & Ivy Acres

Clay & Ivy Acres Small family farm-her, 4-H leader and proud breeder of Flemish Giants, Holland Lops, and American rabbits.
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Mistress of chaos that loves a good DIY project, new recipes, raising my kids and animals, then sharing my experiences with my community.

Who in my circle has silkie showgirls available in Michigan?
01/22/2025

Who in my circle has silkie showgirls available in Michigan?

I’d like to thank Paisley Poultry for these adorable little splash silkie babies! There’s always room for more silkies….
01/22/2025

I’d like to thank Paisley Poultry for these adorable little splash silkie babies! There’s always room for more silkies….

01/22/2025
01/21/2025

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I don’t selfie often, but when I do, it’s with all of my chins and a silkie chicken. Thanks to Area 13 Acres for another...
01/21/2025

I don’t selfie often, but when I do, it’s with all of my chins and a silkie chicken. Thanks to Area 13 Acres for another pretty girl for my flock!

3.7 degrees. Fun times. Thanks for the free facial, Mother Nature. I didn’t like the top three layers of skin on my face...
01/20/2025

3.7 degrees. Fun times. Thanks for the free facial, Mother Nature. I didn’t like the top three layers of skin on my face anyway.

The bunny barn looks warm and cozy even though the air hurts my nosey.
01/20/2025

The bunny barn looks warm and cozy even though the air hurts my nosey.

Last but not least, Celtic Glen Atlas. He’s an American Blue intermediate buck. He also has a lot of development and pos...
01/19/2025

Last but not least, Celtic Glen Atlas. He’s an American Blue intermediate buck. He also has a lot of development and posing practice ahead of him. Their names represent the long trip we made to obtain them! It was worth it in the end to be able to have a rare/threated breed as part of my herd and the opportunity to increase numbers via breeding and on show tables.

This is a Celtic Glen Journey! She’s an American Blue junior doe, also ten weeks old with much development ahead of her ...
01/19/2025

This is a Celtic Glen Journey! She’s an American Blue junior doe, also ten weeks old with much development ahead of her AND posing practice.

The first introduction (and album creation) of three new additions to my American herd! This is Celtic Glen Odyssey, an ...
01/19/2025

The first introduction (and album creation) of three new additions to my American herd! This is Celtic Glen Odyssey, an American Blue junior doe. She’s only 10 weeks old and has a lot of development ahead of her. I have to put in the work with handling and posing these guys because they’re WILD. 😝

Because I'm a master of chaos, I decided to load my incubator early this year. Follow me for more expert advice on impul...
01/19/2025

Because I'm a master of chaos, I decided to load my incubator early this year. Follow me for more expert advice on impulsive decision-making, top-tier procrastination, and how to achieve financial ruin.

Aidan and I adventured almost 6 hours from home to Spencer, Indiana, for these American rabbits! Aidan especially had an...
01/18/2025

Aidan and I adventured almost 6 hours from home to Spencer, Indiana, for these American rabbits! Aidan especially had an eventful day, helping round up cattle, nearly becoming dog food and playing frogger with two highland bulls. Everyone survived and is back home safe and sound… Aidan is only slightly traumatized, but not deterred.

“If you’re cold, they’re co…..”Stella would like to confirm that she is in fact NOT cold and is in her happy place outsi...
01/17/2025

“If you’re cold, they’re co…..”

Stella would like to confirm that she is in fact NOT cold and is in her happy place outside. But, she is a well loved and cared for family member who gets to come in the house to warm up, sleep and eat with her friends whenever she wants. Stella would like to remind *people* that outdoor dwelling creatures need proper shelter and warm bedding ahead of yet another cold snap. But please, do not bring your camel, bison, t-Rex, or snow leopard into your home.

Sheba (white) x Clay & Ivy X-***ed Alpha (steel) produced five healthy Flemish Giant kits for her maiden litter. It’s ha...
01/17/2025

Sheba (white) x Clay & Ivy X-***ed Alpha (steel) produced five healthy Flemish Giant kits for her maiden litter. It’s hard to tell if I have light gray or steel, but there is one black in the mix.

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Sharing my first experience with Wry Neck in poultry: Whats Wry Neck? It's a condition characterized by symptoms such as a twisted or tilted neck, difficulty standing or walking, inability to eat or drink properly, and the head being turned to one side or completely underneath the body. This chick showed signs of Wry Neck within the first week of bringing her home as a 4/5 week old. After seeing her symptoms (video in comments), I spent a lot of time reading about this condition and how I could help her. This was my first experience with Wry Neck and I’ve raised chickens for many years. What causes it? There are many factors, but most commonly: •Nutritional deficiencies: Lack of vitamin E, vitamin B1 (thiamine), and selenium. •Trauma: Injuries to the head or neck. •Genetic factors: Some chickens may be genetically predisposed to wry neck. In this particular case, the chick showed signs of vitamin and mineral deficiencies, as the other factors didn't seem to apply. Through my research, I discovered that silkies are naturally more susceptible to these types of deficiencies. Fortunately, she made a full recovery with a daily dose of poultry cell to address the nutritional deficiency. I had to carefully syringe drops of the supplement along her beak to ensure she drank it without choking. If you don’t have Poultry Cell on hand, you can use the injectable form of High Level Vitamin B Complex for livestock by dosing orally or via drinking water.

The weather outside is frightful! But our nest box is warm and delightful!

🩶 Flemish Giants 🩶 Mother (one year) and daughter (10 weeks) that are bonded and can stay together or I can separate. Both are steel gray, very friendly and have pedigrees. Mama is halfway through a molt, but you can see her pretty steel around her head and chest. They are offered as brood/pet quality. Located in Burt, MI 48417. PM only.

What do you call a rude cow? Beef jerky… I herd that.

Smokie’s twinsies. They’re Mini Lop (chinchilla) x Holland Lop (black otter).

Molly wants to be extra sure there is absolutely NOTHING left in my hand. *Do not try this at home. Stunt is performed by a professionally trained horse treat feeder. Others may be at risk for falling in love and subsequently purchasing an equine. Feed at your own risk.*

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