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    INCUBATING w/FRIENDS! w/Sally Sunshine Shipped Eggs No problem!

    Yes, I have used the "entry day" as I like to call it as zero and start on the next day, I usually add them late afternoon. Well, here is to hoping, I guess only time will tell. Thanks!
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    INCUBATING w/FRIENDS! w/Sally Sunshine Shipped Eggs No problem!

    I'm using an incubator that my husband built me off of one of the homemade threads here on backyard chickens. It has worked fine for quite a few silkies but we have never had any luck with the orps. He installed an "auto shut off" so when the temperature gets to be 99, it shuts off until it does...
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    INCUBATING w/FRIENDS! w/Sally Sunshine Shipped Eggs No problem!

    Hey guys! I have been using your thread as a valuable tool as this is my first year incubating. I have two young children and they do so enjoy it as well. I have a few pure bred English Lavender Orpington eggs in the incubator right now, and I must say, I'm getting a little worried, we are on...
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    Help!! New Chicken Owner - Hen loosing feathers

    I agree as well, molting is completely normal and tends to happen during the colder months, keep an eye on her, give her some extra love, and make sure she's getting enough protein!
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