The Poultry Keeper

debcat · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:38 pm Post subject:

she's gorgeous Very Happy

light sussex are really laid back and quiet.
I'd keep them both in the run tomorrow to make sure they settle down ok

Aussie Chick · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:40 pm Post subject:

Thanks, shes a bit mucky and her nails are really long ( I don't think she's scratched in grass yet!!)

Do you think she will get whiter the longer I have her or will I have to resort to a bath to get rid of the yellow colour on her feathers?

Deb_Moderator · Joined: 13 Apr 2005 Posts: 3661

Gorgeous new girl! Very Happy

debcat · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:44 pm Post subject:

she should get whiter, hopefully
the sun turns them a bit yellow as well

Aussie Chick · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:45 pm Post subject:

She should be pretty white then, we don't get too much of that!! Except for today! Very Happy

NannyP · Posted: Sun Jul 10, 2005 10:47 pm Post subject:

Lovely new hen, she looks bright eyed. Nice that she's so docile Laughing

Aussie Chick · Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2005 6:34 am Post subject:

I know its early but Ethel won't let her out of the nesting/sleeping area in the house. Ethel sits on the perch and pecks her head every time she tries to come out. How long will this go on for? It does mean I can pick them up easily and have lots of cuddles, Should I take advantage of this and get bonding!

Ethel is bossy! She wasn't like this when the cock was around! What a difference.

stephen · Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2005 6:35 am Post subject:

debcat · Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2005 9:24 am Post subject:

Aussie Chick · Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2005 8:27 pm Post subject:

Shes the best pet!!

Deb_Moderator · Joined: 13 Apr 2005 Posts: 3661

Great pic AC....you and Nanny P are going to become the next chick/chic pin ups! Very Happy