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    Info on nipple waterers in coop

    I can't find anywhere hiw high from the ground to mount them for a mixed population of breed and age
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    Info on nipple waterers in coop

    It doesn't freeze much here, but certainly can. What would you recommend?
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    Info on nipple waterers in coop

    I have finally completed my 6x12 chicken tractor except for the watering system. I copied an idea I saw on line of a 5 gallon bucket with a hose leading to a 6' pvc pipe with 6 watering nipples. My question is , how high from the ground do I suspend the nipples for the babies as they transition...
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    Sick 3 week old

    vaccinated and we are feeding nonmedicated feed. Feeding Purina chick starter. Coccidia still possible? Droppings appear normal, other birds in brooder seem fine. thanks !
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    Sick 3 week old

    have a 3 week old cochin that has stopped growing. She is very thin and not very active. Still have a heat lamp in place @ 80 degrees. Have reintroduced her to food and water. Somewhere I read about an egg yolk soup. Recipe? Other recommendations?
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    Best wheels for chicken tractor? Where to look?

    Have finally completed my tractor, except for the wheels. Base is made of treated 4X4 and is 6' x 12' covered with hardware cloth. Nest box is made of 3/4 treated plywood. Obviously this is very heavy and I was thinking I should put a wheel at each corner to make the moving process possible. I...
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