update to the update: The girls are back in their corner of the yard now for a few months.
I have learned the key is keeping the ground dry. We also throw the lawn clippings in their run and some wood chips every once in while.
Update: Thank you everyone for your advise. I had to move them to a different part of the yard for a little while. We need to have a new fence put in between us and our neighbor. Mean while I planted some grass seed in the girls yard so when I move them back it will be nice for them.
I have 2 chickens that are 6 month old. They are starting to get smelly. I’m concerned about the smell when summer comes. I live in a regular neighborhood so I want to make sure my neighbors can’t smell them. I clean the coop once a week. I am currently using straw in the nesting area. Their...
I just started in Nov. with 3 pullets. Two Rhode Island Reds, one Plymouth Rock. He turned out to be a rooster so I had to get rid of him. We are not zoned for roosters. He is now living at our local animal shelter. My two girls are not laying yet but I can’t wait!! They are so fun to watch. I’m...