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    Roo or Hen? Lavendar Orpingtons

    Wow…exactly what I feared. Appreciate the response
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    Roo or Hen? Lavendar Orpingtons

    Hi all, I purchased 6 chickens from Cheseapeake Hatchery beginning of March. They’re now about 2.5 months old. To my disappointment the seller already confirmed that the BBS Black Ameraucana and Barred Rock are likely roosters, but now I’m beginning to suspect that the 2 Lavendar Orpingtons are...
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    Help sexing 4 week old chicks

    Sure I’ll try to label and maybe get better pictures. I have a video too but I guess you can’t upload those
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    Help sexing 4 week old chicks

    Hi all. We brought home our baby chicks about 4 weeks ago from a local hatchery and although all were sexed, I’m wondering what I was sold. All of them appear to have a comb at this point, minus little Sweetpea in the back who is surprisingly the same age as the rest - she has a great appetite...
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    MARYLAND THREAD!

    Hi everyone! I’m a newbie to the forum and about to get our first chicks. Does anyone have any leads on local places with either Buff or Lavendar Orpingtons or Easter Eggers? We’re in Carroll County
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    Virginia

    Hi everyone! I’m a newbie and aboit to buy our first chicks. Does anyone have any leads on local places with either Buff or Lavendar Orpingtons or Easter Eggers?
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    Reputable online breeders/Hatchery near Maryland

    Hi all, we are in Maryland and looking to buy our first chicks. I'm leaning towards a few Buff and Lavender Orpingtons and Easter Eggers. Has anyone had any good experiences with someone locally or are there more reputable online hatcheries with quick delivery? These will be our first chickens...
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    Feedback on breed selection for 1st timer

    Hi all, we are trying to finalize our chick selection and would love some input from the group. I've been doing some research, but we are first timers and the many breed options are overwhelming. Most importantly, we are looking to select chickens that will be relatively docile and gentle with...
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    I definitely plan on asking. Hoping between that, the 4 functional windows and gable vents we’ll be ok Ah very good point. We are in Maryland
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    Great feedback, thanks so much!
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    Ok good to know. Any opinions on the coop being on ground vs elevated?
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    Really appreciate all the tips. What kind of benefits does the bigger roof overhang provide?
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    I appreciate all of the feedback! What kind of additional ventilation should I specifically request? Gable vents are offered as well. Would that adequate in addition to the 2 windows on either side of the building?
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    I found them on Facebook marketplace but here are some of the styles we’re considering. Apparently all use the glass board floor.
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    Hi all, I am a chicken novice and plan to get our first chickens this spring. We have found a great coop builder in the Lancaster, PA area who offers many different styles. We are heavily leaning towards an 8X16 coop which has an indoor area offered either at ground level or raised (looks to be...
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