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We hatched out our very first 3 turkey poults a few days ago. We've only ever hatched chicks and have had great success with them. We moved them to a brooder with the chicks that hatched out with them last night. We dipped each beak in the water (with electrolyte) and the turkey poult feed. Last...

So when I need to actually clean our eggs using warm water and a cloth, how long are they considered good for?? I understand that unwashed eggs last longer but I just can't have filthy eggs to give to family and friends. So what is your rule of thumb when it comes to washed eggs?? Our eggs are...

These have poke holes sometimes not broke all the way through. It sounds like they are stepping on them. What can I do to prevent this?

I haven't seen them pecking them. I thought about the possibility of them cracking upon laying due to them kicking the straw out. I think I will add in some shavings and extra hay tomorrow. Or maybe they are stepping on them. Lots to think about!! Thanks for the replies!!

What should I give them to help increase their protein? There are 6 boxes that can each fit 2 full size leghorns standing in them. are they to small you think? I will stop and grab some ceramic eggs tomorrow.

I am beyond frustrated! Only 4 out of our 22 egg layers have started laying. The first week was great but for the past 2 weeks the little buggers are pecking the eggs. We collect 2 times a day. How do I stop this terrible behavior now?! Should I cover the laying boxes with a curtain type thing...

Thanks for your replies! Ya they aren't my chickens. I was interested in purchasing. I figured I would see if that was a possible problem before passing on them. I told her I won't be taking them. Not worth the risk. Thanks!

The seller says that she has seen them many times. I waited on 2 batches of eggs from them that were incubated with no results. Now the seller is selling the 5 of them but Im a little concerned that if I buy them they won't be able to produce chicks. The rooster is a few years old but unsure on...

Has anyone experienced troubles with their Silkie rooster successfully breeding due to amount of puffy feathers? I am wanting to buy a rooster and and 4 hens but this spring/summer there were no fertilized eggs from them. What are your thoughts? I'm thinking maybe I shouldn't risk it and try to...

I think it's a male too. I will definitely take a look at the vent. Thank you! I wasn't sure what I would be looking for. Lol

Can anyone help me out with gender of my goose???

I hatched these chickies out but have no idea what they are. I bought polish eggs and the seller just added these guys in to fill up my second dozen of eggs. Please help me out if you can!! And I would love to hear thoughts on gender too!! Thanks!!!

I have 2 domestic ducks (Cayuga cross and Swedish cross) and an Emden goose. They are about 9 weeks old. I've had them since 3 days old. I have spent a lot of time with these little ones. Holding them, talking to them, water/splash time, just sitting in their area while they walk around me. The...

I have 2 domestic ducks (Cayuga cross and Swedish cross) and an Emden goose. They are about 9 weeks old. I've had them since 3 days old. I have spent a lot of time with these little ones. Holding them, talking to them, water/splash time, just sitting in their area while they walk around me. The...

I will definitely post when they feather out. Thank you!!