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    Chicks won't come in on their own at night

    I also use bulbs that are “red”. I’ve heard from folks that white light is not as calming as red. I used “white” for many years before I heard this.
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    I accidentally killed one of my hens today :(

    A long time back, I went out to find that one of my hens had fallen through a hay rack. Hay had not been in it, so it was empty. She decided to roost up on it, fell through, her head and wings went through, but not her body. She couldn’t get back up because now the wings were spread open under...
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    Humans are the worst predators

    I hope you nail em!
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    Leg Band Preferences

    T Thanks for the feedback🦋
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    Leg Band Preferences

    I mean the catch is like a hotdog/ Thanks, and also for the article link. I haven’t yet explored the articles tab. Super idea!
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    Leg Band Preferences

    I went to Tractor Supply to pick up leg bands. They didn’t have the spiral kind that I’ve used in the past. I bought the only style they had. It is the one that resembles a hotdog is in a bun. I fiddled with it (following directions). No way could I try to hook that on a bird. I’d be too worried...
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    I accidentally stepped on my chick I don’t know what to do

    I’m SO happy for you and the chick. Yay👍
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    I messed up

    I am due for a new one! My old styrofoam birthing center has brought many new additions over the years, but it’s archaic at this point😆. I don’t trust it anymore. I really would like to see what my hatch ratio would be with a newer model. One day soon. Thanks again🦋
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    I accidentally stepped on my chick I don’t know what to do

    Keep the stress level as low as possible. It’s good the baby is in the corner to stay away from the traffic of other chicks. It needs rest and to have quiet first. Hopefully, there are no internal injuries. I wouldn’t be picking it up too often to attempt the eat/drink issue. I’d leave it rest...
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    They have all been eaten

    She’ll set again😊. It is a sad thing when our pets and wee ones fall victim to the food chain. As far as the snake, you did what you felt was due at the time. I’ve relocated snakes, but would probably have done the same as you if I saw the bugger in action. Is the rooster in with her? I’d think...
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    My new chicken won’t bond with my flock

    I’m sure that a little time will create a happy hen. It sounds like she has a much better home with you. It’s sounds like she’s been surrounded with too many roosters from your description of her appearance. She’s probably enjoying the extra space you’ve provided and wants a group break for a...
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    I messed up

    Hey. You’re doing a great job. Try not to get flustered, but losing our pets is upsetting. I didn’t mention in my posts, that I DO set live traps every night. I have them located in between the wood line and my “Guinea Roosting” tree. I also keep the bird feeder (with sunflower seeds) at least...
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    Re-newed Member

    Sorry about your house fire, but congratulations on your new country home and getting back to the country lifestyle. Best of luck with your new garden, chickens, and home.
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    Hi I’m Mike, living in Adelaide

    Welcome!
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    Guinea Challenges

    You just simply make me smile. I totally get about them having a heart attack thing. Just watching them zoom all around makes me short of breath. It's like a multi-road runner cartoon. Whew! No, I wouldn't get extra males. A very knowledgeable guy, Elk 3 (I think), said that he likes to...
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