Our lovely white leghorn hen Lexi was sadly put to sleep
on 19th December 2025. The photo above was taken on the
first day Lexi came to live with us over 4 years ago.
Lexi was approximately 2 years old when we adopted her.
Lexi was once described as a 'real chicken' by our friend Laurie.
She was a placid, sweet natured hen who didn't like fuss and bother.
Lexi was the easiest hen we're ever owned due to her easy going personality.
The only naughty thing she did was peck and eat polystyrene boxes!
Lexi on the log.
Lexi had an extra large, floppy comb.
This is a funny photo of Lexi who's comb flopped upwards as she lifted her head.
Lexi's first molting of feathers was a big one when she was aged about 3.
Lucky her new feathers grew back very quickly in about 6-8 weeks.
Lexi looked like she had a fluffy bum crack when her new feathers grew back.
Lexi loved sleeping as she was often the first hen in the coop at night time.
Here she is squeezed into a nesting box with Frenchy (top left)
and Speckles (bottom) on a cold winter's night in June 2025.
Knowing that Lexi's health was deteriorating due to old age,
Lydia brought Lexi inside for a photo shoot next to the Christmas tree.
Unfortunately, Lexi didn't make it to Christmas,
but we love the photo memories.
Lexi looked so cute sleeping with her head under her wing.
Lexi experienced symptoms of arthritis, kidney failure
and gout due to her old age ~6+ years old.
We were very sad to see Lexi go, but we didn't want
the pain and suffering to continue.
May you be a happy hen forever.
