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    Comment by 'whiterocker' in item 'Leghorn'

    My white leghorn rooster is wonderful with all my chickens. He's a fierce protector and event killed a small critter to protect his hens. He has huge spurs, but is docile around all humans. We love him.
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    Comment by 'whiterocker' in item 'Leghorn'

    Mine were white. Beautiful, delicate looking, but hardy birds. I don't think they are good meat chickens, as they are smaller than many, but fantastic layers
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    Comment by 'whiterocker' in item 'Leghorn'

    I agree. I no longer have my 2 white leghorns, but I miss them! Smart, interest, sweet, funny and friendly!
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    Comment by 'whiterocker' in article 'Top 10 Best Backyard Chicken Breeds'

    I have had all of these birds, except the Easter egger and the Delaware. You are spot on in your descriptions! I have also had white leghorns. I was concerned about them fitting in as I heard they are flight and skittish. I ended up LOVING my 2 white leghorns. Very, very good at egg...
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    Comment by 'whiterocker' in article 'Some Thoughts On General Coop Hygiene And Ventilation'

    I know what you mean! I am 74 and enjoy my chickens immensely. I will have them as long as I can take care of them. I do not use straw! I only use pine shavings--not cedar. It's $4.95 at Tractor Supply. I probably use 5 or 6 bales a year. It's light and easy for me to carry. It doesn't...
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    Comment by 'whiterocker' in article 'Some Thoughts On General Coop Hygiene And Ventilation'

    My coop is almost smell free. I use the deep litter method and I clean annually and whitewash the interior every 2 years. I have never had a serious fly problem, but we did have rats. Now eliminated! We store the food in galvanized garbage cans and keep it in a nearby barn. We use a huge...
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    Great waterer and feeder

    Keeping our chickens watered is our main problem! Could your waterer work in Michigan with our very cold, freezing winters.
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