Brabanter
This is the Lone Brabanter.
This hatch was not the greatest. We had 6 hatchlings. We had no hope as USPS held up the embryos and in cold weather. They arrived on day 14 which makes the odds worse.
Of the six 4 were not fertilized. That left just 2. Of the two, one was a quitter when checked on day 14. That left this one. We didn’t hold out much hope as the air sack was very distorted. We thought for sure it was over.
NOT THE Case!
As you can see this one is strong, and a miracle chick. We are so happy to see its thriving, and by the looks of things could hatch any moment. It’s day 19, this lil chick is in a hurry ❤️
Mill
Added some coop decor this morning. More to come!
It was the Wyandotte Chick's turn.
Today since the Spitzhauben graduated to the outside world, the Wyandottes left the nursery to the toddler room. It'll be their brooder until a kind human decides to adopt them.
They have plenty of activities to do in the toddler room. Happy sweet chicks.🥰
The Spitzhaubens have been exploring their new space. They seem so excited to be outdoors. The transition has been great!
Today was a big day for the Spitzhaubens. It was transition day. Time for the move out into the outside world.
I Got up early and started in.
Started with going to get the transition coop off the backside of the property. I moved to my shop and did required maintenance on the coop. Cleaning, caulking, adjusting boards, putting in screws and more. Just making sure it's safe, secure, and weather proof for the Spitzhauben. After that, my wife and I started with retrieving the temporary fencing. This will add a division in the free range run space from the adult birds and the teens. After running the fencing, I then did some work on the soil. Did some leveling, raking, filled in holes and etc. Next, I brought the coop in, got everything situated, and brought the Spitz out. It took about 2 hours to complete the new space for the Spitzhaubens. They'll be separated from the adult birds until mid- June. By then they'll be big enough and by then the other birds will have adjusted to the new additions, thus making for a peaceful integration when it's time.
Video showing the transition area, and temp coop.
Polish
❌❌Have went to a new brooder❌❌
I still have these two cuties available. Self Black Polish. 6 days old. So sweet taking a nap under the warmth of the brooder plate. MSG if interested.
Wyandottes
The Silver Laced Wyandottes are hatching. They are up for discussion. If interested, pls messsage.
Reds
❌❌all have went to a new coop❌❌
Up for discussion are 4 Red Sex Link and 1 Sapphire Olive Egger. laying hens. The Sex Link are One year old. The Olive Egger is 10 months. Pls message if interested.
Spitz
80 degrees
The baby Spitzhaubens enjoying the outside world today.
Grass
I love eating grass!
Beautiful day on the Ferme. Chickens enjoying the weather and eating fresh cut grass.
When you walk outside and find your rooster swinging on the porch swing, looking rather cozy as well.
#thechickengoodlife
