Hi all, I am also in Canada (southwest Quebec to be exact, not too far from Ottawa). I just got 6 hens and one rooster (Rhode Island Reds). I converted a small outbuilding for their coop. I've been told, it'll be too cold for them, I'll need to insulate it, get heat lamps, etc. On here, I've...
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
Yes, I am new to chickens. I just got my hens from a neighbour who is leaving the country for the next 6 months. I will also be getting a rooster this week.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
5 hens, and 1 rooster on...
Hi all,
I hope this question hasn't been asked a million times, and if it has I hope you'll indulge me. I've just got my first flock of 5 hens. They are currently getting used to their coop; I've been told to keep them in their coop for 5 days before letting them out. They are about 9 months...