Thoroughly clean the coop, removing all bedding and debris, then dust with diatomaceous earth. Offer dust baths with a mixture of sand, dirt, and wood ash. You can also create a spray with garlic, essential oils (like eucalyptus, lavender, and peppermint), and water.
My husband had recent shoulder surgery as well. I altered one t shirt by cutting the seam from armpit down and adding velcro tabs for easy closure. Then went to thrift stores for button down shirts. He liked those better
Dennis and i live on east coast of Florida near Kennedy Space Center. We have been chicken parents for over 10 years and currently have 7 back yard girls consisting of 1 Fayoumi, Buff Orpington, Australorp, ISA brown, and 3 speckled Sussex hens-ALL LAYING!
They free range during the day when we...