Recent content by ChessieHens

Great photos! Question: does the compost soil need to be blended with other soil due to overabundance of nitrogen. If so, is there an approximate ratio or way to measure nitrogen levels? I know from experience that too much nitrogen in the soil prohibits fruit and vegetable growth. The stem and...

We are finalizing coop design and this question arose. Carol

No one has offered ideas.....still hoping for help! Carol

New development: Toe nail on Right foot is bloody and falling off. Does anyone have experience to help me with what I should do? Carol

Here's a photo of our Domonique with the leg problem. She is walking here and you can see the odd angle of the left leg. Additional info: She is 3 months old. Noticed leg issue 2 days ago. Poops are normal. There are four chickens total that live in a 4'Wx8'Lx2'H movable run during the...

Legs sits at an odd angle when standing. Scratches ground very little. Walks, Eats and Drinks fine. Poor balance after jumping onto perch, flaps wings, has less control over left leg. Okay after settled/sitting on perch Thanks for any help.