Growing Quickly

Well we're three weeks into this adventure and honestly loving every minute of it. Just like our human kiddos, they are growing so quickly!!! It's fun getting to see their little personalities come out. We still have not named them because we still don't know the toaster from the pullets. Unfortunately in our town, we will not be able to keep our roosters. When you decide to start your own chicken journey, make sure to look for any requirements or stipulations your city might have regarding backyard chickens. We are hoping to eventually move out of city limits so we can possibly allow our little flock to eventually grow and expand. I am so worried my favorite little chick pictured is going to be a rooster. My little friend comes running up to me every time I check feed or water and waits for me to give it a little scratch. I'll be absolutely heartbroken if I have to say goodbye in the weeks ahead. We are also going through a little bit of a trial right now with our smallest one. It seems to be struggling to walk a little. We isolated it along with the next smallest one just in case whatever is going on is contagious. Did you know not all vets specialize in poultry care? It was news to me. So I'm on the hunt for one in case I come across something I can't work out on my own. On the bright side, my two little ones seem to be up and walking around a bit more this morning. So hopefully I'll have a full and healthy flock again soon. Now that we're on summer break, look for more frequent posts. I'd love to hear from anyone that might be starting out their own little backyard flock. Enjoy those chicken cuddles!!!

Mother hen out.