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Moulting.

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ladymalfoy · 02/10/2019 16:12

Our 18 month old Andalusian is moulting for the first time. She looks so sorry for herself but isn’t off her food. Do you have any ideas about how to make her more comfortable? I’m feeding her tuna to increase her protein.

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BagpussAteMyHomework · 12/10/2019 01:26

I’ve got two moulting. They are not laying but otherwise looking perky enough. The new feathers grow through surprisingly quickly.

How is your hen doing now?

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PenelopeFlintstone · 12/10/2019 01:36

You don’t have to do anything. It’s normal. Don’t worry about her.

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StillWeRise · 15/10/2019 22:52

such a stupid time to do it though! does anyone know why they do it just when the cold weather comes?

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Whatsitlike · 21/11/2019 16:56

It can happen at any time of the year!

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Hairyhat · 21/11/2019 16:57

Glad I saw this as I have one exactly the same. She must be so cold. She looks so threadbare too.

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