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Valdez Alaska Effort

asorum
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Smart way to partition space in a larger area! Would have liked more build details (was the equipment shed a complete DIY?), as well as a peak inside the coop with your heater setup. Thank you for sharing!
asorum
asorum
I built the equipment shed during Covid. It’s 24’ x 48’ in size. We get a lot of snow here and it pays to put things under cover. I just divided one of the four bays in half for the enclosure. We have about a quarter acre fenced off for a yard that should contain the chickens. We have always had a couple birds in our greenhouse for pest control, but no regular effort at a larger flock. There isn’t anything of interest inside the coop, I just bought a heater on Amazon that is hanging inside of it. I don’t it will be needed most of the time. Thanks for the post.

Coop and run TRACTOR

2 Chicks and a Lamb
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I love the idea that all three sections are moveable! Hope you'll come back and add a few more details so I can upgrade my rating. I'm curious to see what the inside of the coop portion looks like, as well as how you're able to move everything securely.

2025 new coop in process.

Holly O
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Those chickens will have quite the view! Hoping you'll come back and update with more photos and build details so I can give a higher rating. :)

14 Chicken Myths You Need to Let Go Of

BYC Project Manager
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Okay, the graphic at the end is not only super adorable, it's essential knowledge! Myth 11 was one that flew under the radar for me when we first started out (specifically with foxes), so I was glad to see it mentioned. I can always appreciate a concise article with links to further reading. Well done!

The Stinky Acres Farm Chicken Barn

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I had to come check out your setup after hearing your birds are laying well into old age. Love that you provided a floor plan and show some different ways to break up the coop to provide isolation areas. Lots of good detail observations as well, like drainage, roost height, the curtains over the door to prevent wildlife intruders, etc. It's clear you've been "chickening" a while and have learned what works and what doesn't (which really helps people like myself). Great photos as well!

Katie's Coop - Fernwood Hollow

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I love that you posted this because I've also considered modifying a greenhouse kit. Really appreciate the extra details and video. I'm curious to see how it holds up in the long run, so please keep the article updated!
FernwoodHollow
FernwoodHollow
Thank you! Feel free to message me if you have any questions on modifications I did and things I wish I did differently etc! And yes so far its holding up excellent and its been pretty battered by the snow and wind so far this winter! Will definitely update it down the line!

Our new chicken shack

JMscarbrough
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Like the other reviewers mentioned, I REALLY want to see more pictures! This looks like such a cool coop. Did you build it yourself (in which case, did you save the blueprints)? Did you modify a shed? I hope you'll update the article with more details! :)

Notabitail vs. Notabitaii

notabitail
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Succinct explanation. Docking one star because I did not appreciate the intentional misspelling of "please" with "plz". It reminds me too much of "I Can Has Cheezburger", a cringe website that smells like millennials. Otherwise, a perfect article.
notabitail
notabitail
i no get y u no like it. u need vightamihns. the brain kind. #realnobz #notafake #plz

Cold Weather Advisory: A Detailed Look at the Question of Supplemental Heat

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Perfect article. Seriously. I came here to start considering what I'd need to do for more temperature sensitive breeds, and you've laid everything out in a well written, well organized format. Great pictures as well, and a video to boot!

Early stages of Contact Dermatitis/Foot Pad Dermatitis

brandonstokley
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Straight and to the point. Great progress photos. I'm bookmarking this one for future reference. Awesome job!

Coop additions to help your flock through the summer!

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I appreciate that you stuck to the basics, because that's what matters most to chickens in summer: shade and cool (or not hot) water. The section on misters is a good idea, and I'm glad you made sure to mention that your chickens should have the OPTION to enter a misted area. Nice job on your first article!
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Great idea for an article and for convincing people to put their chickens to work! I also appreciated the links you had posted in each section for a deeper dive. Nicely done.

Common Predators to Look Out For In The Fall

BYC Project Manager
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Perfectly written. Smart formatting makes it easy to navigate. Don’t blame you for skipping bears, since hot wire would probably need its own article!

Feather Picking In Chickens ~ My Experiences

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Really well written and covers everything one needs to know. Feather picking can be extraordinarily challenging to deal with, and this article is a great resource for collecting your thoughts and making a game plan. Well done!

Converted children’s playhouse

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I love articles like this; thinking outside the box to solve a problem. Appreciated all the different steps taken on how to bring the playhouse up to speed, as well as your honesty on any issues and how it held up. And I’m glad you showed the failed prefab as part of the journey to get to the playhouse. 👍
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Keeping a House Chicken… How, When, and Why?

Shelby R.
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I really enjoyed this. You have a comprehensive breakdown of all the things to consider when bringing poultry indoors, and gave lots of links and resources to alternative options and information. Really well done and easy to read.

Reproductive Health in Chickens

Lillith37
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Wow! So well organized and perfect for someone like me that’s still new to laying hens. Bookmarking for future reference!

Chicken Cabin

mmatlock
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Really nice build! Looks incredibly sturdy. My favorite is the window that faces into the run. Would love to do something like that myself (someday). Thanks for sharing!

Almost Country Coop

Jpamero13
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I remember seeing this a few years ago and falling in love with it. Great problem solving, and honestly, my chickens would LOVE to live in something like this. Lots of hidey holes and options to explore and roost. Nicely done!

Easy Brace For Splay Leg Chicks

Slothinc
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This is fantastic! I struggled so badly trying to use vet wrap on my feather-footed chick. Bookmarking this article for next time!
Slothinc
Slothinc
It is a game changer for feather leg chicks!! When the feathers get caught in the brace, it makes it so hard for them to learn to stand and walk because the feathers get pulled when they move their legs. Doing it this way and ensuring that no feathers are caught will help them to have a less painful recovery!
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