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    At what age do hens Stop laying?

    Howdy All, I have an Ameraucana hen that is about 5.5-6 years old. A few weeks ago (6) she just stopped laying. Unusual as this is a cooler time of year when the hens typically lay very well. Thoughts? TWG
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    Automatic coop doors: I'd love your input

    Here's a follow-up to my JVR Automatic Chicken Coop Door Opener: So far it's been great. No complaints. I can run it on 120VAC or on an installed Solar system. I would not hesitate to buy another one of these doors in the future. TWG
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    Will a Roo protect my hens from roaming dogs?

    Thanks guys. Guess I need to look into a fence. TWG
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    Will a Roo protect my hens from roaming dogs?

    Last week while my 6 hens were free-ranging some neighbors dog got out (pure breed Pointer) and killed 2 hens, and severely wounded another. I got off a couple shots (pistol) at it but missed. Two days later the dog is back! I grabbed my pistol again and ran after it. Caught up with the...
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    Devastated after dog attack

    Same thing happened to me last week. While my 6 hens were free-ranging some neighbors dog got out (pure breed Pointer) and killed 2 hens, and severely wounded another. I got off a couple shots (pictol) at it but missed. Two days later the dog is back! I grabbed my pistol again and ran after...
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    Any experience with Buff Orpingtons?

    Believe me, they get treated like royalty. The very best feed, veggies and fruits, meal worms, and I do try to free range them every day. Next for me, and them, - an Automatic Coop door! This is going to be great. TWG
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    Any experience with Buff Orpingtons?

    Thanks all. Guess I'll pick one up. For the record, I'm into egg production. I told my(then) 13 year-old daughter, "Baby, these aren't pets. They're Production!" TWG
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    Any experience with Buff Orpingtons?

    Why do you like broody hens??? TWG
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    Any experience with Buff Orpingtons?

    Howdy All, My brother just got a handful of 6 month old Buffs and asked if I wanted one or two. Do I? I read that they tend to brood quite a bit. What about egg production? Thoughts? TWG
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    Hen with swollen foot

    I've used a very warm solution of Epsom Salts before on rodents and dogs for infectious punctures. Soak 2X daily for a full 5 minutes. If it's an infection (abscess) it will work itself to the surface and drain! Good luck. TWG
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    Getting prepared for a potential respiratory sickness: how?

    This is why people here suggest direct dose of Antibiotics: meds in the water do not necessarily provide the correct dose, in the needed timeframe. TWG
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    Hen with swollen foot

    Any sign of a puncture? Check carefully.... TWG
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    Getting prepared for a potential respiratory sickness: how?

    The only issue I see with that is I would only be able to dose 1X per day, which I think is insufficient for Tylan 50. Folks on this site recommended treating 2-3X per day. Thoughts? TWG
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    Getting prepared for a potential respiratory sickness: how?

    Howdy All, In the past I have used Tylan 50 liquid given orally 2X per day for any respiratory issues. This worked well. When I did this my daughter helped me to hold the hens as I gave the meds to them orally. Now however, I don't have that help (by myself) so I'm asking the group for...
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    Automatic coop doors: I'd love your input

    120 Volts AC, 60Hz, is standard power in the US. If I use a timer door I will not have to adjust the "close" settings weekly. Not sure where you get that from. Right now I have an alarm on my Cell Phone to remind me to "Close Chicken Coop" and I only adjust that once a month. So far, I...
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