Recent content by TheFleetch

  1. TheFleetch

    Colorado

    Wow that all sounds amazing! I think I'm where I need to be as a newbie with my smaller flock. Maybe one day! Hatching your own eggs must be incredibly rewarding.
  2. TheFleetch

    Colorado

    I have 6 silkies and 2 white crested polish. I guess I just like the odd looking ones. What about you?
  3. TheFleetch

    Colorado

    Nice - I wish I could have a rooster to protect the ladies. The squirrels here are getting aggressive!
  4. TheFleetch

    Colorado

    Hi All! I'm new to BYC, and looking forward to meeting everyone who is as obsessed with these feathery gits as I am. I'm in Denver, and I have an 8 lady flock (as many as our zoning allows).
  5. TheFleetch

    Electronic Deterrents / Ultra Sonic

    Perfect - thank you Barnhart. Yes, it looks like it's just not going to be a solution I was hoping for, but the bucket trick might be the one.
  6. TheFleetch

    New Member in Denver

    It's hard, especially now that it is spring - there's so much to do out there! I have to only allow myself a quick jaunt out in the yard after completing specific tasks. Otherwise...yeah, it's all over.
  7. TheFleetch

    New Member in Denver

    First of all, the puns on this site are fantastic, I'm already hen-tranced! Thanks for the warm welcome
  8. TheFleetch

    Electronic Deterrents / Ultra Sonic

    I'm in a pretty urban area, and roosters aren't allowed. I wish I could have one to protect the flock, it would make life a lot easier.
  9. TheFleetch

    New Member in Denver

    Hi! I'm slowly converting by backyard into a self sustaining farm as much as I can in the confines of a small suburban house in Denver. I've had chickens for about two years (silkies and two crested polish) and have recently grown my flock to 8 ladies strong. I'm an architect and work from...
  10. TheFleetch

    Electronic Deterrents / Ultra Sonic

    Has anyone used electronic deterrents for their coops to repel squirrels and other rodents? Would they potentially irritate the chickens? Just wondering if these ultra sonic things work or are too good to be true! I know I could sit outside with a pellet gun, but I'm a little soft hearted with...
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