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    Dog cage, fish tank, or plastic bin for brooder?

    Hello, I have been using a large raised plastic planter with a ventesld lid for my temporary brooder. The Pros: The brooder is off the ground so less likely to be bumped The brooder stays nice and warm and has air vents in the lids and sides so air can circulate The have a hot side and a cool...
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    HELP! Chick thinks I’m it’s mom

    My mother keeps silkies and bantams. When she has a sooky chick she plays youtube chick sounds on repeat to settle the little bird. I second this suggestion.
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    Huh? Is he normal?

    I have not but I'll look out for a copy. Thanks for the recommendation 😀
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    Huh? Is he normal?

    Those quail are 4 weeks old. We've got 4 in a seperate brooder that are a week old. We've only just started picking them up and stroking them. We didn't handle them much in the first week. Not all of the older quail like being handled so we don't handle anybody who is skittish. Just give their...
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    Huh? Is he normal?

    Thank you @catesquire. He is a very handsome boy. We've got a hen that would sit on me all day long if she could. But not all the quail are as keen on human interaction. They are handled daily but only until they get fussy and then we gently put them back in the brooder. The guy on my shoulder...
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    Huh? Is he normal?

    Who said quail are skittish? This gorgeous boy is forever flapping onto my shoulder. He's so soft and warm 😍. He stays put for ages when he's on my shoulder. Quail are amazing birds.
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    Warning: quail drowning

    Fortunately we haven't had any quail drown using the red or yellow waterer. If you're going to use a standard chicken waterer it should have marbles in it to prevent drowning. Chicken products are not suitable for quail babies despite what producers tell you. I hope you can get hold of an...
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    Warning: quail drowning

    I used this for the first week. I found it on ebay. It gets dirty real quick.
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    Hello BYC!

    Welcome to the coop :highfive:. Involving family in your passion is a great way to encourage future keepers. My teenage son is obsessed with our quail covey. He is heavily involved in their care and upbringing. I'm so proud to see him caring for something other than himself. Every morning he...
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    Hi - super excited to finally have my own chickens!

    Hello welcome to BYC. Glad you joined us. Check out the forums for information. I researched and researched before I decided on Japanese quail. However, I'm still learning. This site is great for information and ideas. Take your time doing your research, work out why you want/needs birds and...
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    1 year into raising chickens

    Congratulations on having your birds for 1 year 🥳
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    New member - ordered my chicks!

    Yes a leash would be better perhaps even a muzzle just in case. I forgot to mention my lab is old and doesn't chase like he used to. If he were younger I would definitely use a leash and muzzle. Doggo needs to learn the birds are family not prey. I've also given him treats/rewards when the birds...
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    Hello friends 👋🏻

    Welcome @Gaias_girl. What birds do you have? How many birds? Where do they live? We're friendly here and lots of people are very knowledgeable in all thing poultry related. Happy you've joined us. Feel free to share pics of your new birds.
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    New to poultry

    :welcome to BYC. We are delighted to have you join us. Folk are so knowledgeable and friendly here. I'm sorry to hear your friend passed, thanks for taking her chooks in . Check out the chicken forums for any questions you have, someone is always happy to help.
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    Hello!

    :welcome congratulations on your new birds. I'm glad you are enjoying their personalities, poultry are ace. We're very friendly and knowledgeable here. Welcome to the BYC coop
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