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My bet is rats. Ive been dealing with them here for almost a month. They have taken 11 chicks so far. The reason why I know its not a snake is because I left eggs in over night and not a single one was taken. Ive tried everything with no luck. My Grt Pyr even killed 4 within the past two weeks...

Quote: That first one looks to be some type of grey but you never know lol.

Just wanted to say hey to everyone. Since the chick season has come , Ive been the busiest with that. Hope everyone is doing well and taking care of this years hatches along with their parents. Also, this has been a really, dry, hot year. GAWD!

Is this still alive? Anyways the best way to deal with Game Cocks, keeping them safe that is on the barrels, is to have a electric fence, if you can afford it, around the whole walk yard and a good LGD Dog. I can NOT stress the importance enough of a GOOD live stock guardian dog. If your willing...

I am double sided on this one. I had a hen that when I took the cock out for about 7 days to give him some fresh air she started crowing on that last day. It was the most GOD AWFUL sound I had ever heard before. I quicky scooped the cock back up and put him in back with her. I have heard tho...

I am double sided on this one. I had a hen that when I took the cock out for about 7 days to give him some fresh air she started crowing on that last day. It was the most GOD AWFUL sound I had ever heard before. I quicky scooped the cock back up and put him in back with her. I have heard tho...

Is it like a cackling sound or chatting? I have mostly game hens but I have noticed in My barnyards that they do make a sort of "chatting" sound before they begin to lay. It can also mean they are getting ready to go broody but since they are pullets I highly doubt that.

I have to say that a lab raised with chickens can be allright. I had one but in the end he turned out to be an egg sucker after many years of not touching them. His main job(to him) was to follow us therefore the flock was alone if we were to go anywhere. I have a Great Pyrneese now that has...

I have a game hen right now that just hatched out 11 three days ago. They all seem to be able to get under her with no problem. She was sitting on 12 originally and the 11 hatched. I dont know if breed counts for anything but also just had an Old English Game hen hatch out 5 of her own too tho I...

Yes what has been said. I would be very interested in pics as well.

Hi A/all Two days ago My great pyr along with a male horse went missing. I have no idea who done this. My pyr NEVER leaves My property. I am looking for pups or adults that have been raised with Chickens . Im not picky but will have to tell you that I do prefer females. I would like to see...

Guineas can be raised with chickens and get along well for the most part. All My guineas have been raised with My chickens. Raised being the keyword here. When someone take in adult guineas, for the most part have to stay locked up for about two months. Most times if you let adult guineas about...

I dont know if hes molting...Is it fall or winter where you are at or cold? If he is molting, make sure to provide him extra protein for rapid and more beautiful feather growth. Good luck

Free rangeing comes with pros and cons. I free range all My birds but always have to have a good live stock dog. Wether it be a collie (hearder) or a grt pyr. A good dog can be an invaluable asset to your lil farm. Ive lost a few to hawks but not since Ive had a dog. The times I lost were due to...

WOW they are gorgeous!