Hello,
So I noticed that one of my BRs looked liked this (see below) and it seems to cover a large area. I do not see any "dirt" just dry and scabby skin. I haven't notice her being pecked...as a matter of fact, she's queen b....the run is sand with DE. They do free range. Should I treat for...
Hello....
First off I am new to chicken keeping. With that said, I had a BR yesterday hiding under a bush when roosting time came. My hubby did a head count after they had been free ranging, while we put a new feeder in, and notice we were missing one.
When I found her, she was just standing...
I'm wondering if there is anyone from or near Milwaukie/Clackamas? I am new to raising chicks for the purpose of eggs vs. meat. I am pretty excited. I am looking for a coop to raise 3-4 chickens. I am considering a tractor a-frame. I've been scouring craigslist for builders and am open to...
Hello BYC,
I'm excited to start this Spring with my first official "betties" for eggs. I just moved to Milwaukie, Oregon and my family has settled on an acre property. I have fond memories of my grandmother raising chicken...getting eggs...watch her mercilessly butcher them. They made for...