Recent content by jeanmarieblack

I use shavings and here at our local feed store you can get either the small or large flaked shavings. And in the winter I add some straw on top of the savings for extra warmth. This is in my chicken house which may be the difference since I let them out in the morning and they free range...

I agree w/Rachel BB. I live in SW VA and I let my chickens out everyday to roam my property, rain or shine, hot or cold. The only time they like to stay in the chicken house is when there is snow on the ground, but definitely come out to walk on the trails that I create or on the hay/straw...

My chickens lay at different times. Mostly in the morning, but occasionally I have a layer who prefers the afternoon. Do your chicken have access to nests all day? These need to be available to them. Chickens, for the most part do not travel more than 100-200 feet from their house. Very...