i have four 3 month old Black Australorp pullets. They just recently started chasing or should I say charging after one an other in a upright stance with neck feathers puffed out. It's kinda funny actually.
I think, still new to this, that they are trying to set the pecking order. Am I correct??
Quick question:
Picking up my four Black Austrolop pullets, 4 -6 weeks old, next week. Can't wait, first time with chickens and I found a breeder who has won numerous awards for his stock.
I plan on using the horizontal nipple waterers.
Am I correct in assuming that you make the pullets beak...
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I'm going to start with 3 hens, I live in a suburban setting. Can I mix breeds with just 3 hens or would it be advisable to stay with one breed. 4x4 coop, 8x4 run.
Thanks!
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I'm new to this and will be constructing my coop/ run shortly ( if the snow ever melts here in RI!). My thoughts are as follows:
I'm in a suburban area with about a 5,000sq' backyard. There are lots of skunks, possums, raccoons etc since my property backs up to a wooded area. I'm looking to...
Hi folks,
I've been browsing the boards and I have to tell you that the wealth of knowledge here is insane.
I was going to buy a prefab coop for the 3 hens I'm planning on purchasing but now after all the reading I'm going to build my own.
I've been on the RI board but cannot find any local...