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    Single Baby Quail

    I ordered 60 hatchling quail through the mail and unfortunately 59 died! The singleton is crying and lonely. What do I do? I called our local tractor supply but they only have baby ducks. Will a duck hurt the tiny quail?
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    Tumor like substance in mouth

    Hi everyone, my neighbor just sent me this picture and is asking for help. I told her I would post it here as y’all know everything. This is what she said: My friend has a chicken and it has a grape looking thing on its beak. They are contained and not free range. Any clue? It cant close its...
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    Not Laying Regularly

    Thank you. Ok will try the extra protein and calcium. How do you handle the full feed method and manage pests? I know I have mice that can get into the coop. Also got 2 eggs today, so that was an improvement I’ll gladly take!!
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    Not Laying Regularly

    Ok I measured it out this morning and I was under feeding a bit. I’m also wondering if I need more feeders, or actual chicken feeders (which I haven’t used in a while). I’ve been feeding them out of big rubber tubs. I didn’t give them any treats today which made me sad because I love watching...
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    Not Laying Regularly

    I’ve never used a cup measure. I’ll try that today. I just give a big “horse feed scoop” 2x a day. I used to only feed once in the evening but now have been feeding twice a day. I’ll cut back on the treats. It is HOT the coop is completely shaded and they get a breeze all day. This is the...
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    Not Laying Regularly

    Hi everyone! I’ve had backyard hens for the last 8 years and have loved the experience and protein it brings to my family. The last year has been very trying. We battled predators such as snakes (steaming eggs), bobcats, raccoons, and dogs. This led me to move my entire coop to a very...
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