So I noticed a couple of black spots on one of my Roosters about 2 days ago. Since I go down at about 6:15 am (it's still dark outside) and once to collect eggs and then once at night (again dark)....I just went today to check on my flock ( 9 hens and 2 roosters). Both roosters have SEVERE black...
I'm trying to figure out which door and I really like the Chickencozy, but I'm just not sure about the door size? At 8.15" x 10.4" I'm just not sure my big roo will fit? I've got 2 big red-laced Wyandotte boys that I'm concerned won't fit thru it. Just wondering if anyone else has it with some...
So my hubby and I have been working on this coop run for awhile! The shed was a pre-built shed. We decided to have the run come out straight off of the shed. I wanted it to be 24 feet and hubby thought 16 would be PLENTY. We ordered the same metal roofing as the shed and got busy building. We...
Hello everyone! We just finished our chicken run yesterday! Whooohoooo!! It's 10x24 and is covered with the same metal panels as the shed. I'm trying to figure out what to use for a dust bath and for the floor of the run. We are in the Pacific Northwest and the ground is currently wet (and...
Hi Everyone! My hubby is getting ready to put the run together. I think it's going to be 10'x16'. We will be using pressure treated lumber. My question is in between the posts, how do you attach the cloth to eachother? You run it vertical, correct? I thought I read on here somewhere how there...
Okay, so we are getting our shed next week and I'm on the hunt for an automatic door. I've been researching and while I know that everyone has their opinion and preference....I'm just trying to figure out the best (and SAFEST) option for me and my girls. I should probably give a tiny bit of...
Hoping I'm post in the correct forum! So, I purchased 11 pullets from a local poultry farm here in North Idaho. I ended up with 2 roosters, both are Red laced Wyandottes. I was strongly encouraged to keep one. I was told that they protect and can also break up hens (if there is a fight). Since...
This is my first post (other than my introduction post). I should first start this with a little background. I called a local poultry farm for some 'pullets'. I was SHOCKED when he brought out baby chicks. He told me that pullets are just females. I thought pullets were 'teenage' hens. Oops...
Hi Everyone! Living in Hayden, ID (which is North Idaho). Purchased our 11 chicks from a local poultry farm on May 23rd. I am a first time chicken owner and am so excited to learn from all of you experienced chicken keepers! I have 1 Black Copper Maran, 3 Wyandottes (I believe) a few Easter...