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What is my baby doing?
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Welcome to the whimsical world of chicken ownership, Deirdre! Your five-week-old bantam Cochin is certainly on an exciting journey as he explores his charming feathered life. If you suspect he’s a cockerel, those early attempts at crowing are just his way of finding his voice—how egg-citing! Don't fret too much about his slower development; bantam Cochins are known for their unique growth patterns, and each chick has its own timeline. It's not unusual for some to be fluff balls while others strut around fully feathered. Embrace the quirks of your feathered friends, and remember, every day brings a new cluck-tastic adventure in the chicken coop! Your community of fellow chicken enthusiasts is here to share in the fun and offer support.
 | First time chicken owner here, what is my 5 week old bantam Cochin doing? I'm fairly confident he's a cockerel, so is this him trying to crow?! 😭🫠 Ps. Is it normal for him to be developing so slowly? I got three bantam cochins at the same time, he and my speckled frizzle are both still small and all fluff except for their wings, but his sister (the other one on my leg) is much bigger and covered in feathers. [link] [comments] |
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