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post #1 of 7
4/6/12 at 12:42pm
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   I can use all the advice I might get. New to Guinea hens.

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post #2 of 7
4/6/12 at 12:48pm

I'm interested too! My Great Aunt Mamie used to have them and they were great WATCH BIRDS, Let you know when anything strange is up! But i never have raised them?? Any words to the wise O BYC COMMUNITY??

CHASING THE MIGRATION!!!
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CHASING THE MIGRATION!!!
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post #3 of 7
4/6/12 at 12:50pm

Welcome to BYC. You can go to this link about Guinea's:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/f/45/guinea-fowl


     Most people have no clue...Forewarned is Forearmed

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     Most people have no clue...Forewarned is Forearmed

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post #4 of 7
4/6/12 at 2:22pm

There's tons of Guinea info over here, and you can always post your questions if you can't find what you need to know. There's lots of helpful, knowledgeable and experienced Guinea addicts here!

 

highfive.gif~250+Guineas/6Flocks(18 Different Colors, plus assorted Pieds),3IB Peahens,1IB Peacock& 8Peachicks(3Pieds),94Turkeys(2WildX,2Mottled BlackX,2NarriX&83Poults+5Royal Palm Poults),24Coturnix 

&1Button Quail,21Silkies&6Showgirls(POOFBALLS!),5.5Horses(The .5's a Mini),1BLM Burro(Livestock Guardian),8MuttGoats(Brushers),2Rotts,3Red Heelers,7Lazy Cats,4FishTanks~

 

 

 

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highfive.gif~250+Guineas/6Flocks(18 Different Colors, plus assorted Pieds),3IB Peahens,1IB Peacock& 8Peachicks(3Pieds),94Turkeys(2WildX,2Mottled BlackX,2NarriX&83Poults+5Royal Palm Poults),24Coturnix 

&1Button Quail,21Silkies&6Showgirls(POOFBALLS!),5.5Horses(The .5's a Mini),1BLM Burro(Livestock Guardian),8MuttGoats(Brushers),2Rotts,3Red Heelers,7Lazy Cats,4FishTanks~

 

 

 

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post #5 of 7
4/6/12 at 2:23pm
It would be great if you read the link & came back w specific questions. Welcome to the guinea world!
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post #6 of 7
4/12/12 at 11:11pm
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Trying to come up with a house for my current 4 new guineas;  Not sure what to build and it  must be removable if God sends me to a better place to live a more rural life; at least as long as Obama does not send me to a place to die--Vietnam vets like it simple and quiet.

 

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post #7 of 7
4/13/12 at 7:30am

Whatever you build try to keep these general guidelines in mind (these have worked well for myself and many others):

 

Whatever you build/however you build it, build it as predator proof as you possibly can (and in my experience ground level buildings/coops work best, rather than elevate coops that need ramps to the entrance).

4-5 sq ft of floor space per adult bird keeps everybody happier, and squabbling to a minimum.

Mount plenty of roosts as high as you can that will still allow the birds a safe soft landing on deep bedding, but not so high that they are going to bonk their heads on the ceiling). 

Making sure it's well ventilated but sheltered from drafts/harsh weather helps keeps your birds healthy.

And an attached covered run on the coop is a priceless addition/tool. Especially for the days you can't let the birds free range or need to have someone take care of your flock for you.

 

Hope that was helpful! Good luck with your Guineas!

 

highfive.gif~250+Guineas/6Flocks(18 Different Colors, plus assorted Pieds),3IB Peahens,1IB Peacock& 8Peachicks(3Pieds),94Turkeys(2WildX,2Mottled BlackX,2NarriX&83Poults+5Royal Palm Poults),24Coturnix 

&1Button Quail,21Silkies&6Showgirls(POOFBALLS!),5.5Horses(The .5's a Mini),1BLM Burro(Livestock Guardian),8MuttGoats(Brushers),2Rotts,3Red Heelers,7Lazy Cats,4FishTanks~

 

 

 

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highfive.gif~250+Guineas/6Flocks(18 Different Colors, plus assorted Pieds),3IB Peahens,1IB Peacock& 8Peachicks(3Pieds),94Turkeys(2WildX,2Mottled BlackX,2NarriX&83Poults+5Royal Palm Poults),24Coturnix 

&1Button Quail,21Silkies&6Showgirls(POOFBALLS!),5.5Horses(The .5's a Mini),1BLM Burro(Livestock Guardian),8MuttGoats(Brushers),2Rotts,3Red Heelers,7Lazy Cats,4FishTanks~

 

 

 

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