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    febane replied to the thread Temporary Fencing ideas?.
    Use lightweight garden mesh or deer netting with T posts or stakes. It's flexible, easy to set up, and remove. Poultry netting kits like...
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    febane replied to the thread Odd hatch dates.
    Yes, it’s possible the eggs were partially incubated before you received them. This can happen if they were exposed to high heat during...
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    febane replied to the thread could quails make friendly pets ?.
    Yes, quails can make friendly pets if they're handled from birth and interacted with regularly. With consistent, gentle care, the...
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    febane replied to the thread Interior design.
    Yes, they should be able to fly up to an 18" high roost without much issue, especially lighter breeds. However, with only 16–19" of...
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    febane replied to the thread Cabinet Coop.
    That’s a smart and creative solution! Using a solid wood kitchen cabinet as the base for a chicken coop is a great idea, especially on a...
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    febane replied to the thread Tips for Moving Adolescents to Coop??.
    Try gradually increasing their time in the coop during cooler parts of the day, bringing familiar items like bedding or toys to make it...
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    febane replied to the thread What to do after a predator attack.
    I’ve been through this and it’s heartbreaking. I lost several of my first hens to a predator before I figured out how they were getting...
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    febane replied to the thread Help me understand this pullet's behavior.
    Her behavior isn’t bad, just a sign of her unique personality. She’s likely bonding with you, which can happen as chickens see humans as...
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    febane replied to the thread Flooring... yes or no?.
    Lava rock with a thick layer of straw can work well, especially since it offers good drainage and makes cleaning a bit easier. Just make...
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    febane replied to the thread Best Chick Lot Boot.
    Thank you for your suggestion
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    febane replied to the thread Best Chick Lot Boot.
    Try the Muck Boots Muckster II or Bogs Sauvie Slip-On. Both have sturdy tread, are waterproof, and offer much better support than...
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    febane replied to the thread Chicken coop floor/foundation.
    Yes, those are valid concerns. The gaps can make cleaning difficult, allow mites to hide, and cause drafts. Also, most pallets are not...
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    febane replied to the thread Insulation for coop and other questions.
    Acorns contain tannins that can be toxic to chickens if eaten in large amounts. While most chickens avoid them, it's still a concern if...
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    febane replied to the thread Cleaning Solutions for Chick Supplies.
    For cleaning, use basic soap and water for the plastic tote, feeder, and waterer. If you want to sanitize, a diluted bleach solution (1...
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    febane replied to the thread 🐔Can you keep a Meat chicken as a pet?🐔.
    Yes, meat chickens like Cornish Cross are bred to grow very fast and can become overweight quickly. If not processed by 6–8 weeks, they...
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