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    Natural breeding thread

    They all sleep together in the grey prison like shed. My backyard is a haven for wild birds actually because I have fruit and nut trees that I leave unpicked for them to eat. It makes me worry about bird flu but I love the sound of birds so I'm risking it. Everything free ranges together some...
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    Natural breeding thread

    Thanks - will section off a part and use an old dog crate and separate them just to be safe. I've had no predator issues but I have two large dogs who guard the chickens and any predator has to get past the dogs first
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    Natural breeding thread

    There are 3 (not aggressive) heritage chickens about 1 year old. First broody hen and so we got her 4 eggs to sit on. They have the whole side of the house to roam and also lots of feeding stations. Here is the gate to the girls (2 non broody staring through bars) Here is the inside of their...
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    Natural breeding thread

    So excited I got a reply and you didn't just call me an idiot for not including the right information!! Racing outside to take photos right now :)
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    Natural breeding thread

    Hi. First time chicken owner here. I have three quiet girls (Heritage) in my tiny flock. One is sitting on 4 fertile eggs. She has quickly become the lead chicken while broody. They have a bit of room to run around and places to hide etc. Can I leave her with the flock or do I need to move her...
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