Recent content by Craig Cowan

Some things I didn’t necessarily want to learn: No matter how many holes I fill back in ( in my yard) more magically appear. There are no flowers that will grow in my yard, they don’t stand a chance. Sadly , I‘ve learned, even with an Electric Fence - Foxes are relentless - lost 7 this past week.

Poop boards every 2 days - using sand. Deep clean 2 x per year - mid spring / late fall. complete disinfection + spinosad spray.

No, I have 11 others I hatched out. Out of 13 total - I have as of now 4 Roos out of the Bunch

No clue - they were given to me as week old chicks.

These two haven’t even made it to the coop yet - but I can see it in their eyes.

Hello Everyone, Im not sure that anyone makes what I’m looking for - maybe one of you might know. If it’s not made by someone- I am pretty mechanical- I’ll make it myself with all the parts/ hardware. I would like to be able to have an automatic ( on a timer) hydraulic opener on my Run Door. 34”...

Big Blue said it all for me I have learned how much I did NOT know before I came here! It has been a humbling experience to say the least. I'm truly grateful for the generosity and kindness of the knowledgeable and experienced people here who do not criticize or judge, but only want to share and...

RR, Thankyou , that was very helpful. I don’t think any of the others were in coop- but it’s Possible. Making separate box - great simple idea. craig

One of my hens ( Bantam) has gone what I believe to be - Broody. Ok - it’s spring, I’ll deal with it. Decision was made to let her hatch out. OK. She’s in nest 90% of the day & night - only comes out fo about 15 min. In middle of day. She eats, drinks, poops, preens, etc. she’s been doing this...

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Chicks hatched @ home feeding wet chick mash temperature Various under lamps ranges 82 to 97 degrees Brooder 6 ft long x 32” wide chick - Bantam

Hello Everyone Out of 7 chicks, only 1 has recurring Pasty Butt. whats best release agent to help prevent. I can’t afford Brooder Plate just now- using heat lamp - I know— I know Any ideas?? Thanks Craig

JT, Thank you I am adding to my coop & this is perfect if your up to it - 2 things would help. dimensions photo bigger &( poor eyes) more detailed description of how broomstick works thank You in advance nicely done Best Regardss Craig

Suggestion it may work gently wipe lens with dry “ dryer clothes softener sheet” helps w/ static electricity !!!