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    Bald spot on the underside of my Barred Rocks

    Thanks! Could it be mites? The lady at the feed store told me to treat everything, including the hens with sevin dust. She said everyone in our area was having trouble. Is that safe?
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    Bald spot on the underside of my Barred Rocks

    I'm a newbie, so don't know what is going on here. I have two Barred Rocks that have recently developed bald spots on their undersides. Anyone know what/why? My third Barred Rock has not developed this and my three Golden Comets are fine, as well. They are laying regularly and don't seem to be...
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    suggestions for Country/Hick/Redneck names for pullets

    Our three Barred Rocks are Ida Belle, Isa Belle and Dora Belle.
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    First eggs at Cackle Cottage!

    We have three Barred Plymouth rocks and 3 Golden Comets. They began laying on January 14th. We've gotten at least one egg each day since, and as many as 4. They are all smaller than grocery store eggs, but sooo much better. How long does it take for them to increase to full size? The golf...
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    Almost Done!

    Thanks! I got half of the roofing material on this afternoon, then have the roost and nest boxes to go. The outdoor run is next. Moved it to the backyard as well this afternoon.
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    Almost Done!

    Here are some pics of the coop I'm building.
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    New Coop

    Started on my new coop today. Still have several things to figure out, plus building a run. It's been fun, so far!
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    New in South Carolina

    Hi Everyone! Just getting started in BYC. Acquired 3 Barred Rocks and 3 Golden Sex Links today, so I'm now on the quest to find a chicken coop plan that I like and can build, before the flock needs to move out of the plastic tub. Thanks to all of you and BYC for providing a wealth of...
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