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that answers it! Thanks so much for your help.

I've got a layer that has given me two eggs (yesterday and today) with little white egg or crusties on them. Attached is a picture. They are there from when she lays the egg. (I took this mornings right after laying) It is possible to scrap off and the egg looks normal underneath. I looked...

Only need to dip beaks in water. I put pine shavings down and had no problems. Paper towels on top of that for the first 3 days. Sprinkled food on top for them to find and eat. newspaper is too slick so pitch it. Not a fan of hay. towel would work fine but get messy. Sand is fine...

I used crickets as bait. What I found works well is: 1) be at their level if possible 2) reach out to them with your palm up (keeping you hand low to the ground) 3) slide your hand under their chest (legs go between your fingers) 4) pick them up 5) slide your free hand under their legs 6)...

I ordered from them in early March. (well ordered in Dec for delivery in early march) Mine took two days to arrive in freezing temps (20-35 deg). (shipped Mon PM arrived Wed AM) All 15 arrived healthy, wealthy and wise. Well maybe just healthy. I've been very happy with them. I kept 4...

x2 on the barred rocks (black with white spot on head) x2 on the EE for the last one. At least those are my guesses. I just got each type a week ago and they looked the same.

Did you dip their beaks in the water? Is the food spread around the floor so they can find it easily? Are they drinking and eating or is there just food and water "there". Good luck.

Looks like an awesome idea. I'm planning on using the quart jar so I'll be filling it often I'm sure. (only for 4 chicks tho)

Sounds like a red 100w would work. I have an electronic thermometer that tells me min and max. I reset the temps and then setup the light before you get your chicks and see how temps move around. Been tweaking mine since yesterday for chicks coming tomorrow. Methods others have mentioned...

I'd agree with the others but I don't think "cute" is a breed. No clue as I'm new to this. My guesses would be RIR or buckeye.

maybe its legs are on backwards. Hope it turns around. I'd vote with others and wait a few days to see how it develops and decide at that point.

Just got a call from Meyer. All out of the BLRW. I knew I was the last one on the list to get one and had a note on my order to get another if they have an over hatching. They had an under hatching so I get none. But they gave me a list to choose from and were very patient with me...

15 coming from Meyer Hatchery. I'm expecting them tomorrow or more likely Wed AM. 4 staying with me. Shared the order with others. Should have 2 extra BO if all arrive safely. If you are looking and want to come to Madison, WI... send me a note. 6 BO 5 EE 1 BLRW 3 BR Brooder is all set...