Posts by newfrom NJ

When picking up my order of chicks a little immobile silkie chick caught my attention. the others were trampling all over it and pecking it. It seemed to be dragging itself to the food/water dish so I thought I could hobble the...

So living 16 miles from the new jersey shore the only word I can use to describe hurricane Sandy is devastating. I lost my chicken coop which I had custom built, my garage, damage to my home etc but thank god all replaceable things. My...

 No you can generally follow the same guidelines in regards to heat, make sure you have a decent thermometer or even two to measure the warm spot vs the cool spot ( this helps with peace of mind )  Also try not to handle them...

 I love this thread! Can anyone please give me some advice on some flowering perennials, ( plants or bushes) that are beautiful and easily managed. (I live in New Jersey)   The chickens will not come in contact with...

Thankyou all for your condolences it is extremely appreciated.  I ended up placing an order with Ideal Poultry after a reccomendation from someone on this thread lead me to their website. They have a tie in with my local Agway and...

Was devestated to see my favorite chicken a little Millie Fleur had been killed by (probably) a hawk. The three chickens had been free ranging on my acre of property for 10 months without incident so it was a bit of a shock. Went...

if your dog is a substantial breed ( 40lbs or more ) use a shock collar. They can be set to different levels of intensity. You cant have a dog that will kill chickens if your going to have chickens. It is irresponsible to put the birds...

Put them in at bedtime and it would probably be ideal if you put the older chicks into the younger chicks territory vs. the other way around since their is probably a size difference.

THANKS- i have to say although i adore her she does seem to be the dumbest of the bunch haha

go for the rooster return.. it can be difficult to sex them if your not extremely experienced. If the people know you will take the bird back it potentially saves it from a less ideal fate.