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    Polish breeder in Chicago area

    Want to buy a Polish hen for my Polish husband. Would be joining our flock of Australorps.
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    Help with sexing my 6 week old Australorps

    These chickens all hatched within a day of each other, straight run. Dad is a black Australorp and multiple possible hen mommas. Chose these 6 out of 11 that hatched, hoping to keep 3 to 4 hens from the 6. They are 6 weeks old. Have an inkling 2 are roosters. Just wanted some expert opinions!
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    Any thoughts on this coop for Chicago?

    Any you would recommend?
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    Any thoughts on this coop for Chicago?

    Yes our city only allows 4 hens
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    Any thoughts on this coop for Chicago?

    Hello! I need a cheapish, easy, predator proof, Chicago weather friendly coop for 4 australorps. Could someone look at these plans and give me advice on what they think? Thanks!! http://thetanglednest.com/2012/12/infographic-how-to-build-our-coop/
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    Formex coop reviews?

    Hello! I'm looking for a coop to house 4 hens (Australorp/Orpington mix) that will be easy to clean, withstand Chicago temps reasonably well, and come together quickly (1 week chicks in house). Also need predator resistant (raccoon) although it's an option to enclose it in the run. Formex...
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    Maybe this project is too ambitious for me right now. I'm embarrassed to admit I have no coop ready. I have plans for one, but it is not set up. I'll talk to my husband about it. Maybe I should send all the chicks down with my dad. Thanks for all the help.
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    Chicago area, and yes they are inside currently
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    No other chickens, and not yet, but I have general plans.
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    Ok thanks! I kinda figured sexing would be a lost cause at that age. How big of a brooder would I need for 11 older chicks? Also the chicks now really need care multiple times a day, I'll be out of town after my dad leaves and the chick sitter would probably stop by once maybe twice a day. I...
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    My dad will be coming up for my daughter's birthday party at this time. He lives 300 miles away so it's then or keep them all for at least another month.
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    Grit questions

    Thanks! I was wondering how to "dispense" it
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    Grit questions

    Thank you! Yes they are on chick starter and will have access to my fenced yard under supervision, so not technically free range. Thanks for helping clear this up
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    Grit questions

    Hello! I have baby chicks who are almost 1 week old. I have limited farm store options around me, but the one I have only has adult grit. Will this work for chicks? Do I need grit yet? Thank you!
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    Hello! I just hatched out 11 baby chicks and they are doing well in the brooder. My city allows up to 4 hens and I'm thinking of starting with 3 or 4. My dad can take chicks back to the farmer we got the eggs from in mid-May when the chicks will be 3.5 weeks old. I would like to be able to...
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