Recent content by RelaxGeorgetown

Biggest problem with newspaper is the chance of them getting "splay foot"... They need some sort of "cushiony" bedding like shavings. Cheers!

No specific plans to contribute. But try looking up shed plans online and then modifying them for a coop. There's a lot more info on sheds than coops. Hope that helps.

Called MyPetChicken. They offer Merek's vaccination so medicated feed is still advised. If anyone else wants to know.

I paid the extra dollar for the vaccination shot when I placed my order with MyPetChicken (doesn't ship till July 15th). Do I need to start them with medicated as you suggest or non-medicated b/c of their "vaccination" shots? Thanks for any help

Agreed I guess I should have mentioned that. I have plywood under the metal and radiant barrier below that

lavender's right. No easier way to do it. Maybe trying to do it in the late afternoon. They typically go into quiet mode when it gets dark. Just a thought

Depends on your dogs and their temperment/obedience. I'd suggest waiting until the chicks get closer to full-grown size. That way there's less of a chance that the dogs see them as bite-sized treats or squeeky toys

Very Nice!

Simplicity trumps all!

I'm in Central TX too. With my new coop I'm going with corrugated metal roofing sheets to reflect the sun (not diffuse it)... The only light that matters for egg production is the ambient light. if you can see your hand in front of your face- it's light out. Direct sunlight on the hens...

Great coop. Awesome name!

Beautiful Coop and nice looking chickens too!!!

8 weeks. No more, No less. Always works for me. Any older and they get pecked if there's chickens there already.