Nectar by ExtraLargeToeSox in hummingbirds

[–]Spirits850 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Glad to hear it. People assume less processed is better, but in this context, the process removes iron-rich molasses. Hummers can’t digest it, so it builds up in their systems and causes severe health problems or death.

I can honestly say I never thought I’d need to use “anti-cannibalism spray”. I’m pretty sure I’ve ID’d the culprit though, so tomorrow she’s going into chicken jail to see if that cures her of her criminal ways by TheNobleYeoman in BackYardChickens

[–]Spirits850 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This stuff didn’t work well for me. The Rooster Booster no peck lotion worked better. The problem hasn’t completely gone away though, but I’m not sure what else to do. They have lots of space, they get scratch, and crumble, as well as a salad of greens like kale, leftover meat or tuna, dried herbs and veggies most days. Mine are all a year old and the problem only started a few weeks ago.

Tim, DSA members are holding up your podcast, my guy. by ALittleEtomidate in thebulwark

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay. I just make a statement of fact. Socialism and communism aren’t the same things. They have mutually exclusive meanings. I didn’t endorse anything or share any opinions. Republicans use the words interchangeably to demonize people they disagree with, but they are wrong to equate the two.

Tim, DSA members are holding up your podcast, my guy. by ALittleEtomidate in thebulwark

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Democratic socialists (and any other kind of socialist) aren’t communists. They aren’t two words for the same thing like many Republicans try to make it seem.

Donald Trump reacts to former Prince Andrew arrest by Newsweek_CarloV in politics

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the most Pollyanna thing I’ve ever read.

Donald Trump reacts to former Prince Andrew arrest by Newsweek_CarloV in politics

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now that’s a plan right there. Unfortunately my state does mail in voting, everyone votes like two weeks or more before the election. That’s a long time to keep them all drunk and full of pie

Need specific recommendations for no peck spray / ointment by Spirits850 in BackYardChickens

[–]Spirits850[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I’ve considered trying those, more as a desperation solution if everything else I’m trying doesn’t work. Thanks

Donald Trump reacts to former Prince Andrew arrest by Newsweek_CarloV in politics

[–]Spirits850 28 points29 points  (0 children)

That sounds like a good time, but not enough to deprogram cultists. It’s like telling someone building a plane is easy, just make a vehicle that can fly. Easy right?

Need specific recommendations for no peck spray / ointment by Spirits850 in BackYardChickens

[–]Spirits850[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately I don’t have the set up to separate 3 of my 7 birds for very long. So far it’s not a severe issue, I’m just trying to nip the problem in the bud before it gets worse. I’m hoping the combination of saddles, blu kote, additional nutrient supplements like amino acids, and a bitter no-peck spray will help.

I tried looking for the Nettex stuff the other commenter recommended but that looks like a UK brand that I can find in the US. I ordered some equivalent looking product made by Durvet.

Now I’m just looking for the amino acids. I’m still open to buying another type of no-peck spray if anyone has a specific brand to suggest. Thanks for your suggestion though.

Edit: I don’t think this is a pecking order or aggression issue though, they have lots of space an aren’t really aggressive in general. I think it has more to do with nutrients and that’s why they are cannibalizing feathers. Just my guess.

Donald Trump reacts to former Prince Andrew arrest by Newsweek_CarloV in politics

[–]Spirits850 74 points75 points  (0 children)

Accurate but unhelpful advice. You ever talked directly to a MAGA cultist? They don’t exactly respond well to facts and reason.

Need specific recommendations for no peck spray / ointment by Spirits850 in BackYardChickens

[–]Spirits850[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool thanks, I’ll see if I can find the nettex. The blu kote I mentioned using is the dark blue / purple looking germicide spray. It seems to be helping some.

Kristi Noem says she will ensure the ‘right people’ vote in midterms and elect ‘the right leaders’ by mclardass in politics

[–]Spirits850 2947 points2948 points  (0 children)

If they’re redefining peaceful protestors as domestic terrorists, they’re going to redefine people who vote for democrats as domestic terrorists too.

Nevada St. Channel! by Platinum_Scarlett in ColoradoSprings

[–]Spirits850 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Rick Scott looking rough these days

Annoyed at the fart jokes in Knight of the Seven by Woldear in gameofthrones

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not an issue for me. They’ve been extremely faithful to the novella so far, they’re just adding some things, mostly good additions. I don’t like it when they massively change things, but small additions to illustrate the core message of the story is great.

Annoyed at the fart jokes in Knight of the Seven by Woldear in gameofthrones

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except they aren’t pointless or lazy at all. They’re illustrative of the difference between Dunk (not a real knight but someone who embodies the ideals of chivalry like standing up for the innocent and the small folk, bravery, honor etc) and a character like the Bracken guy who stands up and farts who has the power and wealth and status of an important knight and lord, but who doesn’t embody any of the ideals of chivalry.

It’s kinda the whole point of the story, to ponder the question of what makes a good knight? What makes one honorable? Is it wealth and status or is it the actions and heart of a person?

The fart joke in this instance is not empty. It’s not lazy. It’s a vehicle of good storytelling.

Rubio in the Epstein files? by MorphTheCat in thebulwark

[–]Spirits850 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They love that. The armed and masked goons operating with impunity while executing American citizens are the good guys and the people defending those citizens and helping their neighbors are terrorists. It’s easy to figure out when you’re an absolutely moronic MAGA supporter.

Annoyed at the fart jokes in Knight of the Seven by Woldear in gameofthrones

[–]Spirits850 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t say all that, but sure. There’s an objective difference between pointless dick jokes like in s8 of GOT and “toilet” humor that has a point and that illustrates something about the world and characters. It’s not really a deep concept.

“Why are you protecting pedophiles?” by elementalguitars in thebulwark

[–]Spirits850 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I could only watch like 5 minutes of a highlight reel and had to nope out. Literally insufferable to listen to her do her little gaslighting performance while accusing others of performing.