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    My chickens are board. Does anyone have ideas on how to make them happier?

    I love the bugs in the log idea! I put a cat tower and a mirror in the run. My hens all take turns in front of the mirror and love perching on the different levels of the tower. I also put ice, frozen fruit and frozen yogurt in an enamel pan twice a day. They spend quite a bit of time...
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    Virginia, near Lynchburg

    I used to live in Forest Virginia--for 9 years and loved it!! I'm in Texas now. Sure do miss Virginia. Your chickens are beautiful!
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    Hello fellow Texans

    Hi I am from Magnolia, Texas. I have been to Schulenberg a couple of times. I will ask around for your request. Blessings, Terri
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    people with house chickens

    I am learning so much from BYC. Has anyone out there ever been able to potty train a chicken? I see in some of the pictures that the chickens are wearing diapers. I understand chickens follow simple commands. Is it possible to potty train them? I definitely would get two silkies so they...
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    people with house chickens

    I am so going to show these pictures to my husband. How cool is that! He thinks I've lost my mind because I bring my chickens into the kitchen. I'm working hard to convince hime to let me get a silkie to be a house pet :-)
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    people with house chickens

    I am so sorry to hear about your health. Will pray for you! Sorry about Daisy losing her chick. I think sometimes people forget that animals mourn and feel sad, especially when they lose a baby. Please keep us posted on your health and Daisy.
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    people with house chickens

    Hi Everybody! I have enjoyed reading all of your posts about house chickens. Sophie is adorable! I really want a lavender silkie. I am running into difficulties finding a breeder who will sell just one or two silkies. i am trying to figure out what my future silkie will sleep in. I can't...
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    New Chicken Owner

    Hi Everyone! My name is Terri and I live in Magnolia Texas. I have 5 chickens that are 22 weeks old. I've had them for 2 1/2 months and am still waiting for them to start laying. They all have very distinct personalities and are fun to interact with. I am already learning so much from BYC...
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