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    Winter water?

    Yes, please use some sort of strain relief on the tin penetration to prevent shocks and coop fires. Also, if the tin is metal, it should be grounded to prevent it from becoming electrified in the case of a frayed cord. I found this cord which includes both strain relief and a ground.
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    Post your FIRST EGG pics!

    Go Blacula! What a perfect little egg! Here she is! (I'm sure Biggie isn't far behind.) https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hennsington-palace
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    Hubby? And general observations about chicken owners

    Two observations about chicken owners: 1) Witty puns are a must. Case in point, my coop, Hennsington Palace https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hennsington-palace Also chicken names, Geregory Peck, Henjamin Franklyn, etc 2) Why do I see so many people calling their significant other (generally...
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    How awesome is this!? May 20th's Annular Eclipse of the Sun

    I'm excited!
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    Placement of Coop - Tips

    A nice combo of sun and shade is preferred. We use a spare panel to move shade where required. https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hennsington-palace
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    coop tips?? Newbie

    Fantastic. We use straw in the run and pine shavings in the coop. When they're ready we'll put straw in the nest boxes. https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hennsington-palace
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    New from Indianapolis

    Have fun. Tons of coop ideas here. You can find mine here: https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/hennsington-palace
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    Comment by 'BensHens' in article 'Kriquets Bantam Coop'

    Fantastic. I hope my next coop looks more like yours. I might add a larger run though. Really great work!
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    Comment by 'BensHens' in article 'Hennsington Palace'

    Wow that's a really nice coop.
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    Sunny Santa Fe NM

    Hey Kenny. I just moved my three 7 week old pullets into their new coop. I live in Santa Fe too and have found a we have a receptive and engaged chicken community. Have Fun. Alpha Hen Ben
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    Tastebuds and Treats

    I went to a presentation on chickens and the expert tells me chickens have no taste buds. Why then do my chickens devour treats when presented to them. Some of their favorites include: cabbage, beet greens, tomatoes. My buff orpington, Buffminsterfullerene, aka Buffy Ball, absolutely goes nuts...
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