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    Looking for Dorking Chickens

    Does anyone know where I can find some Dorking chickens? I have been doing some research on the breed and would like to add them to my flock. Thank you.
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    Chickens stopped laying

    Should I start keeping a light on in the chicken house to help since it is getting darker sooner?
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    Chickens stopped laying

    Is there a certain age they start molting or does it depend on the chicken? Thank for the help.
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    Chickens stopped laying

    I have 7 red sex link chickens. They are about 8-9 months old. They started laying this past June. I would getting about an egg a day since June. About a week ago they chickend stopped laying. I am getting 1-2 eggs a day. I did have a rooster in with them. He died suddenly about 2 weeks...
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    What to feed Ducks?

    Thanks for the response. I will check out the flock raiser. I think TSC stocks it. Oyster shells are also a good idea. Thanks.
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    What to feed Ducks?

    My ducks are about 5 months old. I also have some older ducks. I think Purina makes a Flock Raiser but I think the protein is about 20%. I thought ducks didn't need that much protein. That is why I have just been feeding a grower feed. It has a lower protein. None of my ducks are laying so...
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    What to feed Ducks?

    I am not sure what to feed my ducks. My only local supply store is a TSC. Most of their feed is for chickens. Can I feed them a grower food for chickens? It has a 15% protein. I also read if the ducks are free range it is okay to give scratch grain as feed since they get a lot of their...
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    Sprouting greens for winter.... Photos

    I have never grown sprouts either. Do I just soak the seeds and put them in a mason jar? Not sure how to get started.
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    Ideas for free chicken food

    Thanks for the tips. Like the one with the straw. Going to try it.
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    Comment by 'hoffmanslabs5' in article 'Adding To Your Flock'

    Thank you for the helpful information.
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    Review by '' on item 'Welsummer'

    I have only had Welsummers about 3 months now but I am really enjoying the breed. They do tend to be a little shy but are curious and not overly flighty. Can't wait till I start getting some eggs.
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    Muscovy Colors

    Thanks a bunch.
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    Heritage Breeds

    I live in PA so our temperatures here are somewhat moderate although this summer has been very hot. My chickens are is a coop but have about an acre fenced in area where they can forage. I would like my chickens to be a good layer as well as be able to raise their own young. My silkie hen...
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    Medicated Chick Food

    Thanks so much for all the information. It has really helped. I will ask the breeder why and go from there. Thanks again.
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    Medicated Chick Food

    Just wondering what everyones thoughts are on medicated chick food. I have always fed a starter non medicated feed to my chicks. I just purchased some chicks from a breeder and she recommend I feed medicated feed.
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