My dear old Bella is a nearly 4 year old hen and is showing her age. Lately her bottom has been very dirty so today I cut off some feathers taking care not to get too near to the skin.
She looks a lot better, but the reason I mention this is that in this warm weather she could have got flies on it and been in trouble with maggots. I would like to warn you to check on any dirty bots to make sure that it does not happen to your favourite hen.
Poor old Bella has given good service and has laid 42 eggs so far this year, but is taking a break just now.
