Posts by GreenGables

I use pine shavings.  They are great for deep liter method and very easy to clean.  I have never used straw but heard it can bring some unwanted bugs.  I also keep a heat tile in the coop which turns on when the coop temp...

I think it is a great starter coop!  As someone else stated, check for rot.  Otherwise it's a little diamond in the rough.  Have fun.

I'm a former Jersey girl! 

Quote:Originally Posted by wildorchid053 i love my coffee out of one of those insulated travel mugs.. we have all sorts. dunkin donuts, john deere.. how about back yard chickens???x2  I saw a picture of the insulated travel mug...

Quote:Originally Posted by ScotianChick Keep her separated until it all scabs over and if you feel it is safe with your flock, stick a saddle on her and send her out   That's what I did but I no longer have a rooster.X2 ...

I haven't used medicated feed yet.  My first flock was 3 birds, a year later added 2 birds, and now another year later added 2 more.  So far I haven't had any problems other than predators, hawks.

Oh my goodness.  I'm so sorry.

Great job!  And great looking city chics!!!

Quote:Originally Posted by Titania Quote:Originally Posted by GreenGables I have 5 hens and will be picking up 2 brahma chicks tomorrow.RIR - Anne ShirleyAustralorp - MarillaAracuna - DianaPearl White Leghorn - Rachael Barred...

Hi San415 - Great pictures!!