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    Fence height

    I installed a 4 foot fence and some of my chickens (leghorn, Rhode Island Red) flew out and were killed by my dog. In retrospect I wish I would have gone 5 feet. The chickens that are left (dominique, Campine and Australorp) seem to be content staying in the fence. I also started throwing them...
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    I have 6 chickens, all different breeds, and only 2 are laying eggs

    I have six birds, all 5 months old. The Leghorn and the Silver Campine are both laying eggs almost daily for about 3 weeks. The Australorp, Silver Wyandotte, Rhode Island Red and the Dominique have not started producing eggs yet. The only reason I can figure out which ones are laying the eggs...
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    Brooder water ideas? Keeps spilling

    I have a similar waterer and feeder. My chicks are 3 weeks old and were knocking them both over routinely. I got some Velcro tape and velcroed both to bricks. So far, problem solved.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    Looks like the Premier1 is a little less expensive too.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    Since you all have such good heat advice.......I’ve got a couple of other starter questions. Any particular brand of starter food anyone had good success with? Also what should I use for the floor...pine shavings? Thanks again.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    I’m usually a penny pincher as well, but when it comes to any type of tools or supplies I usually make the investment. It’s cheaper in the long run.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    Thanks for the advice on the extra legs and the cover. I’ll get them as well.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    Awesome, thanks. I’ve got 6 chicks on order and will get the Premier1.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    Thank you. Any particular brand you used that worked well?
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    Thanks, I was leaning towards the heating plate for those reasons.
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    Heat Lamp or Heating Plate?

    I’m setting up a brooder for my first chickens and would like some advice on using a lamp or a heating plate. The heating plate looks easier to use and more convenient. Any advice is very welcomed. Thanks.
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