The Emotional Journey of Chicken Caregivers with Erica of Second Hen'd

This week's guest is Erica of Second Hen'd a 501 3c organization that rehomes "spent hens", ex battery laying hens.  You can listen to Erica's more detailed episode here https://www.buzzsprout.com/1624426/episodes/12660584Today we are focusing on an new support group for chicken keepers.  Erica started a new support group, "Birds Of  A Feather"  for those who are needing advice, emotional support, a safe place to discuss the loss of a beloved  pet chicken, and friendship.  This group is FREE to all those who are in need.  When you lose a feathered friend, where can you turn for solace and understanding? Erica from Second Hen'd joins us to pull back the curtain on Birds of a Feather, a virtual sanctuary for those mourning their chickens, where the clucking of sympathetic hearts creates a tapestry of support and shared love for our avian companions. This episode is a tribute to the unspoken bonds we form with our pets, a space where laughter and tears over clucky antics and the inevitable goodbyes coexist, reflecting on the profound impact these creatures have on our lives.Caring for chickens is no walk in the park; it's a road paved with ethical quandaries and DIY medical treatments when vets are miles away. We navigate the rough terrain of at-home bird care and the difficult decisions owners face when professional help is out of reach. From the limits of administering antibiotics to the painful choice of euthanasia, this conversation is an eye-opener to the realities and responsibilities that come with loving and caring for chickens as more than just livestock.This heartfelt exchange also delves into the joys and sorrows of pet ownership, from the quirky behaviors that endear our chickens to us, to the heavy hearts we carry when they fall ill. We share stories of personal loss, like that of Eggie the chicken, whose resilience in the face of illness taught us about the depths of the human-animal bond. This episode isn't just a narrative; it's a journey through the emotional landscape of chicken lovers everywhere, a reminder of the legacies our feathered friends leave behind, and an invitation to a community that understands just how deep those claw prints in our hearts can be.Sign up for the email list and be notified of meeting times.https://nextdoor.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=c2f4746866979d46ccff4e676&id=d48482a152Support the show“Where education fuels compassion.”