Monthly Archives: April 2011

Update on new Pekins

Posted on 15/04/2011 by AlanM52

  Arrived home from horses and went to check on Violet and Speckles, the others are in the run but no sign of the little ones!   Checked the main shed and two little Pekins on the perch – so … Continue reading →

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Chilly morning for Pixie

Posted on 12/04/2011 by AlanM52

She was shivering a bit so ET put on her “sports coat”.

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ALDI: Digital Caliper $19.99

Posted on 11/04/2011 by AlanM52

Measuring capacity: 0-150mm Large 6 digit LCD display Sliding wheel for precise adjustment Includes storage case Although I have had a good quality vernier caliper for many years decided to get one as the eyes even with close-up glasses have … Continue reading →

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Video clips of the new Bantam Pekins

Posted on 07/04/2011 by AlanM52

     

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Missing a chook ?

Posted on 06/04/2011 by AlanM52

Above: That’s Misty on the left with Holly and Pixie – but where is Ruby? Above: After several sweeps of the back and front yards we were about to give up when ET noticed something in this clump of lilies … Continue reading →

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New chooks in the coop

Posted on 05/04/2011 by AlanM52

Purchased two young Bantams Pekins from Derloch Kennels in Montrose.They are Collie Rough breeders and also do Pekin Bantams. One of them is white with black freckles and the other is blueET thinks suitable names might be Freckles or Spotty … Continue reading →

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