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    Do 10 wk old chicks get colds? runny nose, watery eyes; What to do?

    We don't have any dust problems yet. This is a new coop with a concrete floor and a pea gravel run. We've only had our 2 pullets for a week. The 10 week old buff orpington pullet has had an intermittent cough or sneeze since the day we got her. Likely a little sick when we got her, but the...
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    Do 10 wk old chicks get colds? runny nose, watery eyes; What to do?

    Thanks. Eyes and runny nose are better. But still sounds raspy sometimes and does something like a sneeze. Any other suggestions?
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    Do 10 wk old chicks get colds? runny nose, watery eyes; What to do?

    How do we know it's a cold? Do we treat it? Is it contagious?
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    Howdy from Grapevine, Texas

    Hi Crazy Bird Lady. Thanks for your advice. Guess if you only plan to buy 2 or 3 you have to take what you can get, huh? How long have you been raising chickens and can you think of any pitfalls I should anticipate? Thanks!
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    Howdy from Grapevine, Texas

    Hey y'all. I'm new to raising chickens and new to the forum, so have lots of questions. How do I find specific types of pullets or hens without having to order three or more, or is that not possible unless I know someone who has them? I've done some networking with local feed stores and...
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