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    winterizing the coop

    Hi thanks will print it out and keep it on hand. I could grow sprouts also but would have to hide it from my cats, lol. I guess this winterizing thing is a work in progress and trial and error. It is not only the chickens comfort level but my level of worry warting , lol. lionpearl:D
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    winterizing the coop

    Thanks for your input also. We do have ventilation on the top of the roof and we will lower the ceiling also by putting something on the eaves that are there. I actually call it the chicken palace, lol. Plenty of room for 6 chickens with 2 windows, ventilation, and a little door to open and a...
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    winterizing the coop

    Hi, thanks for your input. I do have a thermometer there now because in the summer I was concerned about the heat. I will take your tips and incorporate them. Does anyone one know what temp. they can handle? Thanks again, lionpearl
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    winterizing the coop

    Hi, I have chickens for the first time in about 20 years and live in the Northeast and was wondering how you guys winterize your coops? I plan on doing the deep litter method but want to know what the rest of you do, are your coops insulated? Any ideas would be appreciated. I know myself and if...
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    what does it mean when a chicken flys at you for no reason?

    lol i would love to have one of them roost on me. when i first got them they would all scream and jump in the corner and hide their heads. now due to treats coming i suppose they do come running when they see me. they are so cute i have them all go in the coop at the end of the day and i give...
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    what does it mean when a chicken flys at you for no reason?

    Yes they are relativly young, haven't started laying yet. I guess I could have misjudged. I would be happy if they were happy to see me, lol. I have started bringing them treats. The rooster definitly seemed to put her in her place though by bumping her or whatever. It is interesting to watch...
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    what does it mean when a chicken flys at you for no reason?

    I am assuming it is the same chicken but a couple of times I have had a chicken for no reason come flying straight at me. Doesn't hit me or anything but is this aggression? I also noticed today the rooster bumped her or whatever like he was telling her to knock it off after she did that.. am I...
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    Oyster Shell - who will eat it?

    Agway might have it. I am in central mass. and just got some today at Klems. They hadn't had any out until this last time I was there. they seem to sell this when needed.
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    Does everyone here kill their chickens after they stop producing eggs?

    Thanks everyone for all your heartfelt opinions it is appreciated. Just had the thought today and was wondering what everyone else thought! lionpearl
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    Does everyone here kill their chickens after they stop producing eggs?

    I got chickens for the first time in over 20 years for the eggs and fun of having them. Not to sound niave or anything but does everyone kill their chickens after they are over their prime egg laying age? I really don't want to do that. Please any input would be appreciated. Proud owner of new...
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    pine shavings

    I read that somewhere too can't remember if it gets bad for them if too dirty or something makes it very dusty or molds can grow. there is so much info out there that at first it was mind boggling. I had chickens 20 years ago and we had no internet and did fine by the old fashioned trial and...
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    pine shavings

    good thanks for letting me know. i assume those are ok for the chicken coop. lionpearl
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    pine shavings

    Hi, can anyone tell me if kiln dried pined bagged shavings is a good price att 3.25 cubic feet for $4.75. I am in Ma. and new to this, thanks. lionpearl
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    fencing

    Hi, what fencing is the best to prevent predators from getting in and on the top to keep hawks out? lionpearl
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    newbie

    Hi, I am a newbie from Ma. I am finding this information overwhelming. I had chickens about 20 years ago and now have had an overwhelming urge to have them again.Its been going on for months so I couldn't control my urge any longer. lol We are building the coop and will have our new little...
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