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    Back in Bresse!

    Did you end up crossing the Bresse and Jersey giant? I have Bresse and I am getting JG in the next few weeks. I was wondering how they turned out :)
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    I want to incubate eggs but fear roosters

    Hi there! Hatching eggs is the most rewarding and exciting experience. I highly recommend you do it! Do you know anyone that would take the roosters? You probably won't be able to tell the difference for a few months, which would give you time to find someone. If you are on any social media...
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    help me choose a breed!!

    I just started a flock of American Bresse. They are supposedly the perfect homestead chicken. They lay more than other heritage breeds and are said to be the best tasting chicken of all. Mine are only 2 months old, so I can't verify any of this information yet. They also are supposed to start...
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    5 Week old chick can't hold up head HELP!

    These replies are all so helpful! I just had a 3 week old chick that couldn't raise its head. I separated it with a cage with in the coop, so still near the others, gave it some calf manna pellets soaked in water, yogurt for probios, and electrolytes in the water. It was much improved today...
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    Just saying hello!

    Hello, I have a small flock of barred rock hens,.and I am anxiously awaiting 20 American Bresse that are being hatched for me! Pick up day is 3 days away!
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    Will Minks attack Geese?

    I lost a bunch of chickens in one night to a mink. We moved all the remaining chickens to a new location and set this trap: put 2 live chickens in a rabbit cage with plywood on the bottom to protect their feet. Wire the cage closed so they are securely inside. Hang the cage from the center of...
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