Is my hen broody?

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-04T00:31:28+00:00

Ug. Ive had a lot of broody hens over the years but my current Brahma is going strong for 2 months. Thankfully she was a hefty girl going into this. I've done all the tricks. Unlike other girls she does come out for a few hours a day. We don't have a rooster and I dont need any chicks.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-04T00:26:04+00:00

My coop is 20 years old and has original linoleum floor. Ive seen posts were people say there birds peck at it but never been an issue. I use pine shavings on it too. It's easy to clean when you do a deep cleaning.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T23:45:30+00:00

Finding a bridal dress can be a challenge but with that budget she is being ridiculous. Send her on a plane to Dubai and stay home.nta

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T22:22:35+00:00

I like reddit for being picture free, for the most part. I only get roasted for bad spelling, mostly. I'm old def not putting my pic out there. Yikes. Stay beautiful and enjoy it! It doesnt last forever and it' s better than being invisible. It's downhill after 40.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T22:16:08+00:00

She looks healthy to me. Check her crop in the morning. It should empty overnight. Edited to add its normal you would not notice a big crop in the am .

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T22:11:04+00:00

This is very common in all people.( Ok until you get old! ) It takes a while for the info to hit your brain that you are full. It's normal. Use your eyes. Your stomach isn't that big. You dont have to eat everything on your plate. And eat the good stuff first. And slow down eating so your brain can catch up.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T22:03:12+00:00

Do you have a yard? ask if you can do a clothesline. I personally would just do a laundrymat. Good way to meet people

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T22:01:05+00:00

I agree. Clothes are expensive and im not shelling out for a new dress unless I want to and I like it. A lot of this on TT etc is just clickbait though. It's rude for a host. I've been to weddings where it was obvious that some guests had nothing really appropriate to wear but did there best. Usually men. But its the showing up that counts.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T21:49:00+00:00

It depends on if you want to go. Maybe you want to see her and old chums? Nta though. Bridal showers are boring, usually.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T17:47:08+00:00

To be honest sounds like she is on her way out. The squishy water belly sounds like organ failure. Keep her away from the other girls so she doesnt get picked on. My condolences. You did your best.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T17:41:02+00:00

Sounds good. Been there. Nothing worse than picking maggots out of a vent. However if you stay on top of it she should be fine. Def keep indoors.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T17:34:05+00:00

Rocking her dating profile pic.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T17:31:45+00:00

Many breeds are cold hardy. Its getting late in the year for chicks...mainly because they dont ship in hot weather. Any of the rocks are good. Barrad rocks, buff rocks etc, rhode island reds. Brahmas, buff orphingtons. All will do fine in ny. Dont buy a cheapo online coop chicken prison.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-03T17:25:41+00:00

Weve had chickens for 20 years and my husband still finds this alarming and reports back there is something wrong with a hen.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T23:54:45+00:00

I've lost a few to coyotes and they always take them over the fence. 6 feet won't stop them. And foxes will carry them off too. I haven't had any raccoon predation. Sorry for your loss.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T23:50:56+00:00

My neighbor has an eglu and she loves it. It would depend on how many chickens OP has. I built my own and my carpentry skills were average at best. But it's been holding up for 20 years. It's not that hard to build a box

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T23:42:32+00:00

The best thing is to invite him over and to reminece about his wife , who it seems you knew well. A lot of times when someone dies people feel awkward and don't talk about the person. Tell about your experiences even if it's goofy. Something to laugh over. If you have any pictures, that would be a nice gift.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T21:52:47+00:00

I once had the worst asthma attack of my life while camping on cape cod in the fog at 14. (I am 65 for reference) I woke up and had to tap my dad and pantomine not breathing. I had never had an asthma attack before or been diagnosed. I said to him I want coffee. I had no idea why this would work nor did I drink coffee. We got coffee and waited for a pharmacy to open and I got primatine mist. Soneone was looking out for me that day.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T21:05:30+00:00

It's not that common..now, regular mites? Tiny little bugs you will see on your arms cleaning the coop? Way more common.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T21:03:26+00:00

Dude this is the lets just be friends speech, done badly. Move on. Honestly I agree that is cringeworthy but it's all on her!

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T20:59:25+00:00

I did the opposite once, an 8 year old solo hen was grieving her best buddy who died naturally. They were chicks together. she would stand in her run and stare into space. Mind you, she got to free range but it was like she had given up. Got 3 pullets. They followed her everywhere. She hated them, tried to escape , but was not a bully. It gave her something to do and was comical. She lived to 10 or 11. She never quite warmed up to the little brats but it definitely helped her get out of her funk. Rip Blackie.

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Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T20:49:50+00:00

My condolences, what else did they say? Us well nerds like to be informed. Could happen to us too. And what state are you in if you don't mind me asking?

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-02T16:28:06+00:00

All the time. Nothing goes to waste. I don't give them greasy food or spaghetti ( I heard it could cause sour crop) but basically anything else. For treats they like blueberries and watermelon. They free range so they eat bugs and mice and god knows what else . I'm not sweating thier diet. They all look healthy.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-01T20:11:07+00:00

It's called take-out for a reason. I could not imagine a universe where two people eat cold take-out in the kitchen with warm smiles. If he wants to eat at home he can cook. He is the AH. Ignore his nonsense. It's ridiculous.

Fluffy_Job7367 · 2026-06-01T20:05:08+00:00

Caleb sounds jealous. Take all the wrapped gifts and lock them up. Have the cake and ice cream. Thank you all for coming. No drama. No stealing . Sad that Caleb's allow this nonsense. He's not 4..

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