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    Hi, New Member From Connecticut

    Hi, I have 2 Barred Rocks, 2 Buff Orpingtons, and 2 Silver Laced Wyandottes. Unfortunately, the Barred Rocks are not friendly, in fact they peck my legs constantly! Some of the girls have started laying eggs. It has been a fun experience so far and my 8 year old loves them too. Here is a...
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    Is it safe to use witch hazel mulch in my run?

    You buy it by the cubic yard
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    Is it safe to use witch hazel mulch in my run?

    Hi, The mulch is a byproduct from a local distillery that makes (organic) witch hazel products. From what I have read the pulp left over from the manufacturing process is recycled as garden mulch. The local garden store sells the mulch, but I just want to be sure it is safe to be around the...
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    Is it safe to use witch hazel mulch in my run?

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    Is it safe to use witch hazel mulch in my run?

    Does anyone have any experience with using witch hazel mulch in their run? I have a small covered run that I use regular pine shavings in. The covered area stays dry, but I also have an uncovered run that has become hard packed dirt. I have access to some witch hazel mulch, but I'm not sure if...
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    Hi, New Member From Connecticut

    Hi everyone, I am new to raising chickens. I have 6 hens that I bought 5 months ago. I am always searching for new ideas to improve my coop, run, and ways to keep my hens healthy.
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