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    A REW DEAL

    Hello, When looking at this problem as a whole you might be having an issue with insects or a small parasite. If it was limited to only one bird getting pecked than I would believe the cause is limited to him/her. However, since this is going on with your entire flock I would suggest the...
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    One Easter Egger, and Three Bantam Hens

    Where are you located?
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    Roosters!

    Hello, Last summer I had two Sebright Bantam roosters...and they were like any other rooster. They were very aggressive towards a neighborhood cat who liked to visit their run...you shouldn't have any problems...
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    Oh no...my silkie chick grew up to be a rooster!! What do I do now?!?

    Hello, To answer you question you would have to consider the environment where you keep your chickens. You mentioned it was free-range, which is great when dealing with roasters. As long as you have enough room for them to live together you should be fine. People oftentimes have problems which...
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    Owosso, MI (48867)

    Hello, I was wondering if anyone near Owosso, MI (48867) is interested in any sales, trades or bartering? I would like to expand my flock with some mature hens...as to help fill my coop for the winter. I would really like to get my hands on some Barred Rock hens...
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    Owosso, MI (48867)

    Please post all ads in The buy sell trade section of the forum only. The swaps section is for organized swaps only. Thank you, Staff
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    Water Heater and Plastic Founts

    Sorry for the misunderstanding...you want it to state "BPA Free" and to state it is "Food Grade"... Some older materials can be found with everything from heavy metals to toxic paint. There was a gentleman down the road from me who stumbled across some old farm equipment while at an estate...
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    Help my poor Big Red

    Hello, From the picture I wouldn't be able to give you any clear answer as to what is happening. I would suggest you look very closely at the bump and the area around it. It is possible this bird simply stepped on or cut their foot. As of right now, you just want to make sure it doesn't get...
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    Should I be concerned?

    Most likely it happened during the process of egg laying...likely nothing to be concerned with...and will go away on it's own. If you do notice more blood (and can tell which one it came from) I would recommend you separate that bird until you have a clear idea what is happening. There is...
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    Building new coop

    If the space is available you could always let them free-range throughout a section of your property. If you want to keep them confined you can use fencing like that used for "snow fencing"...as it is cheap and easy to install. I've seen black, clear and white or orange sold at my local hardware...
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    Building new coop

    Hello, The average recommended size for a flock this large is 4 square feet/per chicken inside the coop and 10 square feet/per chicken within the run. When looking at a flock of your size I would always recommend you calculate this average based on the largest number of birds you plan on...
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    Poop Problem...

    Hello, I used sand at the end of last winter and ran into the same problem. At first I didn't know what to do as the sand was frozen harder than rock... I ended up covering the area with wood shavings and waited for it to thaw. As soon as it got warm enough I removed the sand and about two...
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    Help needed

    Hello, I wouldn't say it is common but it does happen. Chickens like to peck at small objects and when a red spot develops (on the back of the head) they will peck at it relentlessly. Some experts speculate this is a natural defense mechanism to weed out the weak or sick. I would strongly...
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    Should I be concerned?

    Hello, I would be somewhat concerned...and would pay close attention to them over the next couple of days. Most likely the cause of this was due to either pecking or an attack from a predator. In either case, it is important to key a close eye on what is happening. I would strongly...
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    new year chicks!

    Hello, We oftentimes forget that chicks were raised by hens long before the advent of heating lamps. For all intensive purposes I would leave your hen alone for the time being. If you agitate her now you risk her leaving the nest the losing the eggs. I would, however, monitor her closely and...
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