Does it get soggy or seep? If so, I say no. If it is solid ground, then I wouldn't see a problem. Definitely DON'T do it if it is soggy, squishy or wet.
a young human child came running around the corner, carrying a bucket of water. The water was sloshing everywhere, and the child squealed with glee when she saw the chickens. She let go of the bucket and scrambled after Mr. Big Stuff. The bucket landed right on top of ...
My advice to you: when you have it narrowed down to a few breeds, ask again. Ask and research pros and cons. I wish I had done my research the first time around. There is much debate about just one breed or several different breeds. My advice would be that if you are just starting out and...
There is so much to consider...some bantams can be very high strung and flighty. Also, sebrights, for example, are not as hardy in cold climates. You should really take time to research temperaments since you have a young daughter. Yes, bantams poop a lot less than standard size. I love my...
Mr. Big Stuff's chest puffed out a little further and he stood tall. He had a crush on Golda from the very first time he laid eyes on her bloomers, and he had been watching her as she crossed the yard. Beatrice and Ophelia had seen the entire drama unfold from their spot in the barn. They...
Golda thought for a second (it only took a second due to the size of her brain). She thought, "I'll show them how brave I can be!" and she set off across the yard toward the open road. She was all alone, waddling across the long yard, when suddently she heard a hawk overhead.
I never thought I would see it get to -11 degrees F here in Indiana! We had just 2 days of below zero actual temps (several days with wind chills well below zero). I have been really worried about my SC's. My coop temp got as low as 3 degrees one morning and I had a heat lamp going all night...