http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/feed/? Latest topics Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:51:04 GMT 10 http://d633410.u24.hosting.digiweb.ie/images/tclogo_0.JPG http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/feed/? http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/hen-laying-soft-shelled-eggs-t21.htm Admin It is quite common for a hen to very occasionally lay a thin-shelled or soft-shelled egg. A few hens do this for a short while and a very few may do this for several weeks. This is extremely unlikely to indicate a problem with a hen. The one-off dodgy egg is just a blip in the egg production system, possibly caused by a shock, but usually no cause can be found. If you do get more than one thin/soft shelled egg from a hen, you may find it helpful to review the amount of calcium your ... Eggs Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:51:04 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/hen-laying-soft-shelled-eggs-t21.htm#42 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/hen-laying-soft-shelled-eggs-t21.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/chicken-chitter-chatter-f9/flymo-s-growing-up-t20.htm mickymouse Flymo looks well settled now and is very handsome/pretty. Is he/she a boy or a girl? Chicken Chitter Chatter Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:58:51 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/chicken-chitter-chatter-f9/flymo-s-growing-up-t20.htm#40 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/chicken-chitter-chatter-f9/flymo-s-growing-up-t20.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/a-good-resource-for-egg-recipes-t19.htm Andrew http://www.eggs.ie/]]> The Egg Box Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:17:32 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/a-good-resource-for-egg-recipes-t19.htm#39 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/a-good-resource-for-egg-recipes-t19.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/quality-of-eggs-t17.htm Andrew Well my ladies have been laying for 2 weeks now (an egg each every day) and what I have really noticed is the amazing difference in the quality of the eggs. It's not that I ever bought cheap eggs before- I would always go for free-range, preferably sourced at farmers markets like the one at Dun Laoghaire. But I have noticed the following: Thicker shells- I have to give these a good whack to break the shell. Vibrant orange yolks- and a few double-yolkers too. Thick albumen that has a ... Eggs Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:49:41 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/quality-of-eggs-t17.htm#33 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/quality-of-eggs-t17.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/irish-times-article-on-chick-chic-t18.htm Andrew Irish Times Article on 'Chick Chic'. Some guy called Tom Pollard gets a few words in too.]]> The Egg Box Fri, 12 Jun 2009 09:35:50 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/irish-times-article-on-chick-chic-t18.htm#34 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/irish-times-article-on-chick-chic-t18.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/health-f10/garlic-as-a-natural-preventative-against-worms-t16.htm Admin
Garlic boosts the immunity against many diseases and aids in longevity.

You can either chop it up/crush it and add it drectly to the water. About 1 clove to a bowl of water over a period of a few days.

I do this aabout 4 or 5 times a year and haven't had a problem with worms.]]> Health Fri, 29 May 2009 08:21:02 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/health-f10/garlic-as-a-natural-preventative-against-worms-t16.htm#32 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/health-f10/garlic-as-a-natural-preventative-against-worms-t16.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/health-f10/apple-cider-vinegar-as-a-general-conditioner-t15.htm Admin Unrefined apple cider vinegar can be added to the drinking water at the rate of 10 - 20 mls per litre and given in the drinking water for one week every 4 weeks. The ACV solution is said to reduce the multiplication of bacteria that enters the system as the hen drinks. Never give ACV in a galvanised drinker as the acid attacks the metal over time. The unrefined ACV can usually be purchased from agricultural suppliers and horse feed merchants as well as on-line, in 5 litre containers. The ... Health Fri, 29 May 2009 08:12:18 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/health-f10/apple-cider-vinegar-as-a-general-conditioner-t15.htm#31 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/health-f10/apple-cider-vinegar-as-a-general-conditioner-t15.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/sunday-times-article-about-urban-chicken-farmers-t13.htm Andrew http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/ireland/article6301810.ece]]> The Egg Box Tue, 26 May 2009 16:03:04 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/sunday-times-article-about-urban-chicken-farmers-t13.htm#27 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/sunday-times-article-about-urban-chicken-farmers-t13.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/behaviour-f5/price-of-hens-t14.htm sinnottpaul

congrats on the website, brilliant info and user friendly. where can i get hens and what price are you looking at for a hen

thanks
paul]]> Behaviour Wed, 27 May 2009 19:08:49 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/behaviour-f5/price-of-hens-t14.htm#28 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/behaviour-f5/price-of-hens-t14.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/chicken-chitter-chatter-f9/the-art-of-chicken-photography-t12.htm Andrew

Sheesh, getting a good shot is tough. They don't know when to stand still and say cheese]]> Chicken Chitter Chatter Sun, 24 May 2009 15:55:09 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/chicken-chitter-chatter-f9/the-art-of-chicken-photography-t12.htm#22 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/chicken-chitter-chatter-f9/the-art-of-chicken-photography-t12.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/behaviour-f5/introducing-new-hens-to-existing-ones-t7.htm Pat Thanks, Pat.]]> Behaviour Wed, 20 May 2009 14:12:10 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/behaviour-f5/introducing-new-hens-to-existing-ones-t7.htm#7 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/behaviour-f5/introducing-new-hens-to-existing-ones-t7.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/pests-and-predators-f6/foxes-and-dogs-t11.htm mickymouse How can I protect my hens from foxes and could you tell me if dogs attack hens? Pests and Predators Fri, 22 May 2009 11:38:27 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/pests-and-predators-f6/foxes-and-dogs-t11.htm#15 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/pests-and-predators-f6/foxes-and-dogs-t11.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/colour-of-eggs-t10.htm mickymouse Why are eggs different colours? Eggs Fri, 22 May 2009 11:35:58 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/colour-of-eggs-t10.htm#14 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/eggs-f7/colour-of-eggs-t10.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/mike-the-headless-chicken-t4.htm Admin Mike the Headless Chicken]]> The Egg Box Wed, 20 May 2009 09:37:57 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/mike-the-headless-chicken-t4.htm#4 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/mike-the-headless-chicken-t4.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/housing-f3/ideal-garden-size-t9.htm Chick Lover Hi there I am interested in getting some chickens from you. can you tell me what is the ideal size of garden area for the chickens. I was at your stall last weekend in Dun-Laoghaire and I remeber the runs where sufficient. However can you help me. I have a garden that is well fenced. Do I need ot know what height restrictions of the fence is good enough. My ignorance as to the flying abilities of chickens is limited. Loved your stall and the chat we had. Regards Chick lover Housing Thu, 21 May 2009 15:22:14 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/housing-f3/ideal-garden-size-t9.htm#11 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/housing-f3/ideal-garden-size-t9.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/feeding-f1/where-can-i-buy-the-feed-t8.htm Moz Thanks]]> Feeding Wed, 20 May 2009 20:53:53 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/feeding-f1/where-can-i-buy-the-feed-t8.htm#9 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/feeding-f1/where-can-i-buy-the-feed-t8.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/cute-duckling-rescue-mission-t5.htm Admin

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/8058221.stm]]> The Egg Box Wed, 20 May 2009 09:44:02 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/cute-duckling-rescue-mission-t5.htm#5 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/cute-duckling-rescue-mission-t5.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road-individual-perspectives-t2.htm Admin Aristotle: To actualize its potential. The Dead Sea Scrolls: And God came down from the heavens, and He said unto the chicken, "Thou shalt cross the road." And the Chicken crossed the road, and there was much rejoicing. Buddha: If you ask this question, you deny your own chicken nature. John Cleese: This Chicken is no more. It has ceased to function. Bereft of life, it rests in peace. It's a stiff. If it wasn't nailed to the road it'd be pushing up daisies. ... The Egg Box Wed, 20 May 2009 09:35:59 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road-individual-perspectives-t2.htm#2 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road-individual-perspectives-t2.htm http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road-t1.htm Admin Why did the chicken cross the road ? To get to the other side Why did the rooster cross the road ? To cockadoodle dooo something Why did the chicken cross the football pitch ? He heard the referee calling fowls Why did the turkey cross the road ? To prove he wasn't chicken Why did the chicken cross the road, roll in the mud and cross the road again ? Because he was a dirty double-crosser Why didn't the chicken skeleton cross the road ? Because he didn't ... The Egg Box Wed, 20 May 2009 09:28:58 GMT http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road-t1.htm#1 http://tippychicks.forumotion.net/the-egg-box-f8/why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road-t1.htm