Posts by crazy4chickens5

Hey everyone! I've heard from many people that natural herbs are great for chicks when they're growing for many reasons. My question is, what herbs are good for what? What should I use? And what "recipes" do you use for mixing? I want to...

Guineas, like you said, are very antisocial. They won't be held, or eat from your hand unless trained VERY well. But I still love them! :) There is also a way to keep them from roaming too far. For 6 weeks, don't let them outside the...

Quote: Originally Posted by BillM2  I'm told that Guinea Hens like the warmth of pavement and are often struck by vehicles. Is this true? Reason I ask is we live close to a street and want them to move about freely...

Could you post a picture for us? I might be able to tell if you can. :) -Kyle

Quote: Originally Posted by jjaazzy  Thanks jywel, great info, I was wondering how far chickens would wonder, do you have issue with Guineas in neighbors yards?  If your in 14 how far can you hear the Guineas?...

Quote: Originally Posted by ShakeragSusan  I have been growing the ones I bought from WM, but I am intrigued about growing them outside.   crazy4chickens5, do you have any tips on outdoor mealworm...

I think I understand it... So let's take a shot! :)   Well just like humans and our digestive system, it really depends. There is no exact number. I am no expert, but I would say to just experiment! See how long it takes, and...

  Sounds like a nice amount of chickens! What kinds do you have? Hope you have fun on the site! -Kyle

Pros- -Prolific Egg Layer -Pretty -Friendly -Not Broody -Easily Available -Cheap   Cons- -A Bit Skittish Unless Trained -At many stores, so very often they are poorly treated as day olds. :(   I...

It is actually impossible to tell you exactly what the future chicken breed will be, because so many breeds have look-a-like chicks. But I can tell you that the dark yellow are most likely buff orpingtons, and the light yellows are...