Posts by centrarchid

Feed him only small amounts and sit next to pen while looking away until he eats.  Move deliberately and avoid looking at him.  This will require repeated efforts so get a good book to read.  Also try feeding him small...

As the point of broodiness approaches, they begin to fluff up and sometimes even cluck.  When free-ranged, the range tightens up on last day or so.  Once broodiness begins, I can identify them as such even away from nest by...

FINCA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WILL PROVIDE FORAGE AND COVER   Apparently my long-term goal for property is consistent with what is called a "finca".  In addition to home is contains woodlot and pasture with patches of plants...

Quote: Originally Posted by Amastacia  Thank you for trying to re-rail the conversation and for the advice.   we are considering trying a shock collar, especially has she has recently decided that...

Quote: Originally Posted by dewdropsinwv  So is this something to worry about or is it "normal" chicken behavior? It is normal for many breeds where mother or rooster does not promote younger birds roosting...

Quote: Originally Posted by Dylon  I just realized the the OP asked for advice on how to teach the dog to leave the hens alone. Try a remote controlled shock collar. Right when the dog gets to the hens, give the...

Quote: Originally Posted by Sparrow  The trouble with this idea is the fact that there are a lot of people who either are not experienced enough to stay on top of the dog's training at all times to prevent an attack,...

Quote: Originally Posted by dewdropsinwv  So I'm guessing the proper wording would be chicks until they are laying or gone threw their first molt. Sorry about that. They use the roost during the day, but not clear if...

Quote: Originally Posted by dewdropsinwv  Any one know why  hens will go in the coop at night and all of them gather in one corner of the coop? They have a roost, it is 18 inches high and about 8 ft long The...

Advice above all good.  Additionally I would confine juveniles to coop for a few days and release them late in evening so they will want to go to roost shortly after coming out when memory still fresh.  Problem, if works is...