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    Low Egg Production/Weight Loss?

    I have a flock of 8 hens that has been producing quite regular, this spring I added 6 more pullets ( one turned out to be a roo ), to make room I changed up the coop and nest boxes a bit. Since then egg production is low but the primary flock doesn't seem to have the weight they once had. Im...
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    Apple Cider Vinegar

    I have been reading about adding apple cider vinegar to drinking water. My question is using in in a metal (galvanized) water safe? I know that acids in some metals are not healthy. Looking forward to hearing from more experienced chicken lovers :)
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    different ages in flock

    I also have different ages in my flock, 2 yr olds( buffs and wyndottes) that lay and 3+ months ( one of which is a roo), they are intergrated now during the day, however I have noticed the hens are eating more of the starter crumbles than the lay pellets. My concern is there enough protein in...
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    Lights off

    Thank you, they did fine last night with white light that I raised and covered part of box, however they are by a french door with natural light during the day so I thought Id start turning out light. I put them out in a tractor for part of day for last several days and they love it. So as usual...
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    Lights off

    I have 3 americaunas that are 4/5 weeks mostly feathered out and 3 wellsummers that are 4 weeks almost feathered out, I accidently broke the red light and only have a white light.......can I leave them with no light. The white light seems much harsher than the red one, Im afraid they might start...
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    Wounded bantam cochin

    Help! My little cochin is being pecked on the head, she has started to molt and the others are attacking her so bad she is bleeding. what type of wound care should I put on her, neosporin????? I have separated her for now. Thanks for any help Bird Lady
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    Broody hen!

    Hi I have a flock of BO, SLW, GLW and two banty cochins. My question is that the banties get broody and last for quite a long time. Is there any little trick or advice to help them want to return to the "normal" everyday routine of running around the yard? Any input would be nice, as I have to...
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    Coop Materials

    Can chainsaw shavings be used from Redwood and other trees?????? I have a bunch from cutting up firewood I currently use shavings designed for horse stalls, but not sure on other types thank you for any input, I have an asst flock of 11 hens. They are our "babies" and would hate to harm them in...
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    Dog Food

    Hello, I have a crazy BO chicken Frita that snicks in the dog food bowl! Does anyone know if dog food is harmful, its a chicken and rice varitey from costco. She doesn't eat that much but she is sneaky!!! The dog doesn't seem to mind sharing. Thanks for your input Happy Chickens Rule
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    Pumpkin

    I just roasted a pumpkin for baking/soups, I know my chickens can eat the flesh, seeds but is it ok for them to eat the shell? Its soft from baking. Don't like waste :) They free range during the day, with access to grit and other scraps Thanks for any advice
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    How to integrate 12wk with 8wk chicks

    Thanks, I was kinda going that direction, but wanted comformation :) I am adding on to run and coop so there will be some more room. Just love my chickens!
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    How to integrate 12wk with 8wk chicks

    HELP! I have 4 BO that are 12 weeks and a BR, 2 Cochins that are 8 wks, and finally 4 GLW<SLW (2 each). The BOs have been in outside coop/run since they were 6wks, the others are still in house waiting to go out. I have let them all outside in my yard quite a bit, but the BOs stay to...
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    Comment by 'Bird Lady' in article 'Chicken Treat Chart: The Best Treats for Backyard Chickens'

    A sentence or two on providing grit with treats would be helpful. When chicks need it and when its ok not to give it to them anymore Thank you I love this chart and have it printed on the refrigerator so if anyone ( and they do ) feel the need to give a treat they know what can or can not be given
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    Good treats for baby chicks?

    IF you go to the Learning Center, then click on Housing and Feeding Your Chicks, there is a treat chart that list good/bad treats Enjoy....its so fun to feed treats!
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    All my chicks died

    I am in Eureka, that is the greatess thing ever. Put tears in our eyes to know someone cares for our sweet little Angel. My man says "chicken peeps rock! " She loves us to hold her and she comes right up to us. We are going to see if we can get a couple more her size to keep her company. the...
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    Tent Catipillers

    I tried some "green" soap type stuff, found three nests of them. I hope it works. I was thinking torch or cut and burn. Those darn things are GROSS! On a brighter note, my buffs are spending their first night out in the coop, they loved being outside today. Needless to say this mama is nervous...
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    Tent Catipillers

    Does anyone know if these nasty tent catipillers ( army worms ) are a hazard to chickens? Or how I can safely rid of them, They are in tree that overhangs their run. I know they can be poisonous to horses. Thanks
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    All my chicks died

    This is my lil barred rock, praying she makes full recovery after loosing all her friends. she has been eating and drinking so Im hopeful
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