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Tractor Vs Permanent Coop The Pros ConsThe only thing I disagree as a disadvantage of a building for a coop versus a tractor was this: "I mean you will need to clean your chickens'...- Debbie292d
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A Crash Course on Brooding DucklingsI'd add that an idea we tried based off of seeing someone else's idea, was to put their water in a plastic tupperware or other type container...
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The Dig Box: Customizable Fun for Any Chicken RunThis is a great idea, and well written! I have been wanting to put a compost in my chicken run, and this might just be how I can accomplish that...- ChickenShepherd_6116
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Are Herbicides and Pesticides Safe for Chickens? Exploring the Potential Risks and PrecautionsOne of the neighbors at my old address was a lawn freak. The chemical trucks were there every month, and sometimes more, depending on what disease...
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Tractor Vs Permanent Coop The Pros ConsGood overview of pros and cons of going with different types of coops.
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Lake Norman Coop De Ville Waterer and FeederGreat ideas! I loved the detailed pictures and explanation of how you made each and what parts you purchased to complete each project. Very...
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Naturally Playful Step 2 Sandbox BrooderSuch a neat idea! Great pictures and good job explaining how you made this!
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A Crash Course on Brooding DucklingsI found this very informational and educational. I liked the pictures and explanations, which left no questions, and pros and cons of each...
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My aviary journeyThis is pretty good. I'd add paragraphs, as it's all one big paragraph. It also needs some information of how you built it, measurements, and...
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Hundreds of helpful articles covering everything you need to know about raising chickens. Choose from one of our main categories below, or start with our overview article: "How To Raise Chickens".
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Crazyfarmhusbands Incubator With Materials And Progress Pictures
- CrazyFarmHusband
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Get fridge and take all removable parts out. Including the freezer components and compressor.(be carefull when you cut compressor lines as there... -
My Bucket Feeder By Terry G
- Terry
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MY BUCKET FEEDER by Terry G. Items needed: 1 gallon bucket with handle and lid 1 old 5 gallon... -
Under Construction, trying to fix- Chickens In The Media - News & Articles On BYC & Raising Chickens
- casportpony
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News Articles: Backyard Poultry becoming popular in Brevard - July 21, 2017 Entrepreneurs hatch hen-rental idea for fans of fresh eggs - (AP... -
Downhome's Chicken Incubator
- downhome
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Ok everyone here's my entry,hope you all like it. Plans is that anything like instructions? um no real plans, just a vision. you could really take... -
Tylermckees Homemade Chicken Feeder and Water Fountain
- tylermckee
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Homemade feeder Waterer made from a 4 gallon bucket free from a donut shop and a 20" plastic planter base. Simple to make, just make... -
Chick Inn Brooder
- kimb
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The Chick-Inn Brooder & Maternity Ward Purchased Material List: (2) Porcelain light fixtures (1 with pull cord) @ $2.99 & $4.89... -
Which breed of chickens to choose when starting your flock life
- Sawyer
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7 11 Hatch A Bator
- jus1jack
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7-11 Hatch-A-Bator I decided to make another incubator to use as a hatcher. This way I will be able to add eggs to my other bator with the... -
Completed Bator
- TheNewMrsEvans
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The Completed "Bator" My really awesome Walmart cooler! Arg! It works though... From this angle you can see the handle of the turner, which I... -
Homemade Incubator With Digital Thermostat And Auto Turn Control
- chookmadhubby
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Home made cabinet style incubator with digital thermostat and digital auto turn control I Had an idea bouncing around in my head for a while of... -
Mareks Info
- CarriBrown
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Vaccinating for Marek's Disease What is Marek's Disease and what are it's symptoms? Marek's Disease usually affects younger birds but can also... -
Automated Feeding System With Dosage Control
- myblackf150
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Automated Feeding System With Dosage Control Building an automated feeding system came second nature to me. It was a must. I used several scrap... -
Small Duck House
- loopy12
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Our duck house, made from leftover scraps after making a pig shelter. I covered the floor inside with two layers of plastic wwe had lying around... -
Wood2876s Chicken Incubator
- Wood2876
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I decided for a weekend project, I would build an incubator. I went to Lowe’s, TSC, and Petco to get supplies. I spent about $200.00 total. The... -
Ladyinreds Chicken Brooder
- LadyinRed
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Hello! Here is my brooder, it sits inside my coop. I figured when I was building one I may as well make one big enough for a few of my grown... -
Exploring the World of Chickens: A Guide to Different Breeds and Their Pros and Cons
- SiDaStuff
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Chickens are some of the most versatile and beloved domesticated animals, serving as sources of food, companionship, and even pest control in many... -
Pvc Feeder
- acissej
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After reading post after post here on BYC regarding PVC feeders, my husband and I decided we could tackle this one on our own. I went to the... -
Raising Baby Chicks- Do’s and Dont’s
- CherriesBrood
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Raising Baby Chicks- Do’s and Dont’s So you’ve just gotten some new additions or your going to perhaps? Maybe it’s little daunting and it’s...