At this point in our little flock, Henrietta is top dog when it comes to seniority -- at only two years of age.
I would have said she was the biggest bully in the group but seeing the others interact with Pippi, I'm not sure.
I do know she is the first to ask for breakfast in the morning. While I clean up donkey poo, the girls get to free range for a bit and Henrie is always the first to return to the coop and stand at the feeder, waiting. If I'm in the middle of other chores in the coop, I bow to her request and get breakfast served up pronto.
I think she knows her name, although I'm more sure Sharone and Pippi know theirs.
Henrietta fooling around in the hay aisle
Last month I found 6 eggs tucked away in a nicely made straw nest in the hay aisle. Although not Henrie's handiwork, she felt compelled to join the trend.
Here's a quick clip to show off Pippi's gorgeous coloring.
By the way, she is turning into a little ankle nipper and I'm not sure how to cure her of this. It hurts!
On a final note, the donkeys leisurely stroll to breakfast, as we all should, I guess.
She looks like a sweet little hen, it always amazes me to know how domesticated and intelligent those girls are.
ReplyDeleteLove those beautiful donkeys !
Jo
Thanks (as always), Jo
DeleteLoved seeing your little videos Janet. Pippi is gorgeous. I've never had one that nips your ankles though. Perhaps it is for attention, or she just enjoys a bit of mischief!! Donks look great. xx
ReplyDeleteLouise, have only had one other chicken nip. With Pippi I thought it was to get treats, but now I'm not sure what the motivation is.
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