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post #91 of 108
1/24/13 at 12:42pm

nice setup

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post #92 of 108
1/24/13 at 1:14pm
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nice setup


Thank You. I have spent quite a bit of time on it but definitely not yet done. Work won't resume until spring when I can fine tune the automatic watering system without worrying. Then breeding pens to build. Old building has to be moved  out into the pasture north of the house if it doesn't sell. Only regret is I didn't do it 5 years ago.

Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

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Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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post #93 of 108
1/30/13 at 5:22am
Thats a regret that so common "do it now" it should be written on every mirror.
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post #94 of 108
1/30/13 at 7:53am

Craig - how does the 1x1 wire seem to be working on the bottom of the male cages? Just wondering if you're having any feet problems or if it is working better than 1/4" mesh... 

~Aarron
http://feathersfur.weebly.com/index.html    email: aarronh@gmail.com
BBS Cochins (LF); Cuckoo, Buff, White, Black, Blue/Splash Silkies; Buff Bantam Brahmas; BBS Bantam Orpingtons; Silkied & Smooth Serama
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~Aarron
http://feathersfur.weebly.com/index.html    email: aarronh@gmail.com
BBS Cochins (LF); Cuckoo, Buff, White, Black, Blue/Splash Silkies; Buff Bantam Brahmas; BBS Bantam Orpingtons; Silkied & Smooth Serama
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post #95 of 108
1/30/13 at 8:39am
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Craig - how does the 1x1 wire seem to be working on the bottom of the male cages? Just wondering if you're having any feet problems or if it is working better than 1/4" mesh... 


So far so good. No sore feet or health issues due to wire. I do not think non coated wire would have as good of results. The vinyl really makes the wire larger.

 

I think it is far superior to 1/4 inch. The poo goes through the 1" to the bang boards for easy cleaning and the foot feathers seem to be not getting damaged. I showed a person yesterday how easy and fast it is to clean pens.  I can clean a dozen pens in 5 min or less. If I was to make pens for hens I would probably buy a roll of the 3/4" vinyl coated wire that is also available from the same company and try that. 

Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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post #96 of 108
2/25/13 at 7:13am
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This picture can certainly show better than my words that being on this type of wire for months does not damage the birds foot feathers or his health. He did well at a show in Florida on February 23, 2013.

Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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post #97 of 108
2/25/13 at 7:42am

Amazing!

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This picture can certainly show better than my words that being on this type of wire for months does not damage the birds foot feathers or his health. He did well at a show in Florida on February 23, 2013.

~Aarron
http://feathersfur.weebly.com/index.html    email: aarronh@gmail.com
BBS Cochins (LF); Cuckoo, Buff, White, Black, Blue/Splash Silkies; Buff Bantam Brahmas; BBS Bantam Orpingtons; Silkied & Smooth Serama
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~Aarron
http://feathersfur.weebly.com/index.html    email: aarronh@gmail.com
BBS Cochins (LF); Cuckoo, Buff, White, Black, Blue/Splash Silkies; Buff Bantam Brahmas; BBS Bantam Orpingtons; Silkied & Smooth Serama
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post #98 of 108
2/25/13 at 7:52am

This is the chicken house of my dreams love.gif Those are some spoiled chickens!

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post #99 of 108
2/25/13 at 7:56am

Bet it cost more than my 1st home, also 40 some years ago. lol   Very nice by the way!

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post #100 of 108
3/3/13 at 4:37am
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Bet it cost more than my 1st home, also 40 some years ago. lol   Very nice by the way!


My first home about 40 years ago was about 15,000. Thank you.

Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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Bantam Cochins in Black, Birchen, Columbian and Buff Columbian. Now also have Sliver Penciled and Partridge. Working on a Silver Laced Project. Gold Laced project, and now a few White and White Frizzle.

 

Here's the link: for Cochin International:  www.cochinsint.com

 

another link:

http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/my-feather-anatomy-guide

 

lots of information to read:

http://www.backyard...


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