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    Breeds

    I live in Mid Michigan - have had Barred Rocks, currently have two young ones, my hens were killed by a critter a year ago but prior to they were good layers. The Rocks are hardy birds.
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    Why have chickens?

    Another pro - when I do not use all my veggies out of the fridge they make great feed and my girls love it.... saves it from going in the trash and saves money on feed for the day... almost like recycling :)
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    Newbies here - Converting a shed into a coop?

    We did this several years ago, but just finished a remodel on the coop to accommodate more hens. I went to the local Habitat for Humanity Restore and purchased some windows and a door for the interior so we can walk in a get eggs. The windows have screens to be able to open and vent in the...
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    What predator is this? Footprints

    Do you live near a water source? River, pond, etc. One thing that most folks forget about is Mink. They will hunt during the day and often only drink the blood, hence the neck wounds on your birds. Although they get pretty large, and may not be able to fit through the size of opening you are...
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    Tomorrow's introduction

    Just an update. I have picked up the roo and also three Lavenders. They have become fast friends already after only an hour. One of the Lavenders got in with the young Rocks, I have no idea how, but there was no issue, they seemed to just be perching together. I had locked Red into another...
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    Tomorrow's introduction

    Thanks for the help. I think he will be able to hold his own with Red, as he is with another flock now, but I will keep a close eye on them. I was the most worried about the pullets. Great advice!
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    Tomorrow's introduction

    By the way the Cochin is a rooster....
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    Tomorrow's introduction

    Hi all, I have had a rough year with raccoon - I ended up loosing four hens to them a few weeks ago. (Before you ask, yes I am sure it was raccoon, both tracks within the coop and caught in the live trap that same night) I currently have hens, a 4 year old Black Orpington who was hurt pretty...
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