Recent content by vintageozarks

  1. vintageozarks

    After 11 long years, I now have 7 chickens again. So I'm back!

    In 2008 I had to give up my little chicken family (Rocky the Rooster, Marilyn Monroe (his favorite Leghorn), the Twins, Flower Topper (ate the tops off my flowers), and more. I still feel a twinge in my heart after all these years because I'd sit for hours just watching my babies free range in...
  2. vintageozarks

    Stopping dog that visits during day

    spray some dog deterrent around the pen.
  3. vintageozarks

    "Split for X" - what does it mean? ARAUCANA question

    To me a split gene simply means they don't know who his daddy is.
  4. vintageozarks

    Leaving my chickens overnight- should I keep them shut in the coop until I get back?

    Make sure they have plenty of ventilation if you lock them in. But most important, lots of fresh water and food. Of course you know that but had to say it.
  5. vintageozarks

    Feather picking

    Tie a whole cabbage to a rope (hollow out the center of the cabbage so the rope fits through). Hang it from the rafters and your chickens will love you for it. The rooster will have something tasty to pick at. Your chickens need some greens. He's in a sour mood, almost going insane...
  6. vintageozarks

    mail order or feed store???

    I am getting my chicks at a hatchery in Lebanon Missouri which is about a 90 minute drive from my place. That way the chicks don't have to sit in a shipping box with all the trauma that must involve nor am I limited to what our MFA has going this year.
  7. vintageozarks

    Comment by 'vintageozarks' in article 'My Reseach On Rhode Island Red Chickens'

    Thank you 'sunny' for the great little story about your various chickens. Now I no longer know for sure that I will get either the RIRs or the NHRs. I've never even heard of Dark Brahmas so I'm going to check them out.
  8. vintageozarks

    Comment by 'vintageozarks' in article 'My Reseach On Rhode Island Red Chickens'

    About the RIR killing a fox or dog, I too found that amazing and did not see it myself. But at least it means they'd put up a fight and that might give me time to rescue them. I lost two chickens (ornamental bantams) to neighbors dogs so it is important to get chickens this time that will raise...
  9. vintageozarks

    My Reseach On Rhode Island Red Chickens

    Why I am Writing This Article After studying dozens of breeds of chickens, I have decided to get either Rhode Island Reds or New Hampshire Reds. This article will be about the pros and cons of both breeds. I know I want lots of good tasting brown or tan eggs, even in the winter here in...

    • vintageozarks
    • Media item
    • Comments: 0
    • Album: Default
  11. vintageozarks

    BYC Is Against SOPA & PIPA

    No Law to Affect the Internet unless Passed by End Users Only The Internet is the only real freedom we have today. I think any law pertinent to the Internet should be passed by the end users only. No government or politicians allowed except as an end user and with no more power than any end...
  12. vintageozarks

    Review by '' on item 'Plymouth Rock'

    P. Allen Smith's pet hen is a Plymouth Rock I want to have a few Plymouth Rock hens for the sole reason that she looks like love itself.
  13. vintageozarks

    Comment by 'vintageozarks' in article 'Cottage Chicken Coop'

    I'm planning my coop now. I have downloaded Google Sketch but haven't started learning how to use it. Thank you for all your tips on what you wish you'd have done differently. I think you built just about the prettiest chicken coop I have seen to date.
  14. Cold blustery day but the Cayuga ducks are playing up a storm

    Cold blustery day but the Cayuga ducks are playing up a storm

    • vintageozarks
    • Media item
    • Comments: 0
    • Album: Bantams and Ducks
  15. Quail and her two new chicks enjoying their cozy nest.

    Quail and her two new chicks enjoying their cozy nest.

    • vintageozarks
    • Media item
    • Comments: 0
    • Album: Bantams and Ducks
See more
Back
Top Bottom