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    Too clean equals bad? fact or fiction?

    Definitely clean, do mine weekly with fresh shavings and nest boxes are checked everyday and cleaned immediately if needed. That said I don't use chemicals, wash feeders and waterers with hot water and dish cleaner and jet wash the coop twice a year when good drying conditions.
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    Topic of the Week - "Off-grid" Feeding - Homemade feeds, etc.

    I do rely on ready mixed processed pellets approx 4oz per bird per day in winter. The birds free range nearly everyday and I do supplement their diet with fresh spinach, cooked potatoes, rolled oats and the odd tin of sardines in sun flower oil. Depending on season they get a variety of...
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    Topic of the Week - Dogs and Chickens

    I introduced my current dogs at 6 weeks to chickens with the chickens in a covered run and gradually let the chickens out for longer periods to free range, while I was around to supervise. If I thought the dogs were starting to stare at the chickens too long I would distract them and take their...
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    chicken with diarrhea

    Thank you for this link it is really useful.
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    Bantam Cockerell acquired today..

    I acquired this chap today, felt sorry for him as it looked like he was given as a pet to someone who didn't know much about chickens. He is crowing a lot probably because I have him quarantined alone. Very frightened and easily spooked. Any guidance on breed appreciated. The owner didn't know!
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