We try to feed The Girls some veggies everyday. I'm hoping with all the corn and scratch they will put on an extra layer of fat to keep them warm this winter.
Ella Bella sure doesn't need any beefing up. She could go to Alaska and be just fine. Poor old girl. But when you are almost 10, I guess I can cut her some slack. But I have news for her, her lazy days are numbered. I am going to need a walking buddy come Jan 1 !
Most of the girls are getting their new feathers in just in time for winter, thank heavens.
Looks like someone got caught scratching and pecking in the garden. They love the raised beds.
Meet the new boss in town. The pecking order has switched since Susie crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Boy and is Inez a feisty one.
And then there is poor EffieGrace. Her molt seems to be in slow motion. I did check her today and she is finally getting new feathers. Last night when I went to tell them all good night and lock them in...her sisters were all in the nesting boxes leaving her out on the perch all by herself. She needs extra body heat to keep her warm. So tonight I am closing off the nesting boxes so they will be forced to share the perch with her. Two can play at their game.
I feel so bad for her. But I have noticed that she is starting to join the group again and come and 'fight' for treats. I guess it is desperate measures for desperate times.
Thinking about one of those knitted sweaters for her!
