Recent content by DeBerryJacket

Thanks for the advice! I have 2 "big" dogs outside and he hasn't messed with them. The rooster was a good bit away from the puppy when he came running across the yard to jump on her back. My hens kind of have a separate pecking order between them already. I guess that is normal??? But there is...

I have fed my chickens peaches quite a few times. Like said above, I spilt them and remove the pit and they tear the peaches up.

Good Morning I tried searching this but didn't really find a good answer so I come to the experts. My wording on the subject line may be bad but I am asking that if hens have had a rooster in the flock for a period of time, does it negatively affect them if the rooster is no longer with the...

Hi I just recently moved my chicks out to their coop and pen/run. I have looked but could never find a good answer. Do you provide food inside the coop and outside in the pen/run? Just inside? Just outside? Thanks in advance.

Ok, thanks for the responses. I was thinking the same. Really didn’t want a rooster but guess I’ll have one now. ‍♂️

I have researched and have my idea of what this chick is but I wanted some expert opinions. This is my first time ever having chicks and they are about 3 or 4 weeks old. This one is a Rhode Island Red, but is it a male or female? Thanks

When laying down linoleum flooring over the floor of the coop, what do you make it stick with? Do you tack it down with staples? Do you use the glue/adhesive like you would inside a house? Thanks! Sorry if already posted somewhere. I searched but didn't find it.

I plan on starting with 6 Ameraucanas newly hatched. I have the "kiddie pool" brooder set up for the first weeks until they are ready to move to the coop.

Thanks! I will give it a try

Thank You for the tips! I have ordered the 1/2 inch hardware cloth

Hello All! I am new to this hobby and currently do not have any chickens. I have a friend that will have some ready for me soon! I have read this site and researched information over the last year and heavily over the last 2 months. I found out about this site by searching on Google and it has...