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    Comment by 'SeaShellC' in article 'The Sea Shell Coop- In Progress. . .'

    We have 6 chicks right now. I'm not sure if there are any cockerels. My coop is on the small side. But, we do not get really harsh weather here. Snow is not an issue. My husband and I decided to also put up a chicken pen stretching across the side of the yard that they will have access to. So...
  2. The Sea Shell Coop- In Progress. . .

    The Sea Shell Coop- In Progress. . .

    Update: We finished the coop! I spent DAYS painting it. We kept true to the mostly recycled materials. I believe the only things we purchased NEW specifically for the coop are the: 2x4's and 2x6's (framing) vinyl flooring remnant 2 sheets of plywood hardware cloth hinges handles latches (just...
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    What do you have in your flock?

    This is our first chicken experience. We have: Buff Orpington Black Australorp Easter Egger Silver laced Wyandotte (2) Dominiques So far, the silver laced wyandotte is the most friendly one. Next, I'd say the Black Australorp is the second friendliest. Our Buff Orpington is pretty nice as...
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    1 child, 2 dogs, 1 cat,. . . and CHICKS!

    Thanks everyone! I have looked at the Coop Design section. There are so many good ones. I found the Wichita Cabin to be really helpful with some of the 'Keeper Friendly' explanations. I'm currently drawing up the plans based off a picture I saw online. We are going to strike a balance between...
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    1 child, 2 dogs, 1 cat,. . . and CHICKS!

    Hi, Just introducing myself. My name is Shell and I finally brought some chicks home. I have intermittently been lurking Backyard Chickens over the last year. Now I am a proud flock owner. My daughter and I picked out a mixed flock of chickens this week. They range from about a 2 days...
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