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    Comment by 'birdicus7' in article 'Birdicus7s Chicken Coop Plans And Progress Pictures'

    To Istinthot- The nest boxes drop about 1/4" when I open it but doesn't really sag. You can't tell in the photos but when it is closed the weight sits on the bottom pieces of siding to carry the weight. To Juliefarms- This coop is quite heavy. It could be easily lightened up by going to thinner...
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    Coop in Progress...looking for suggestions

    Not that it really matters but here in the North East I use a flat roost so the chickens can sit down on their feet and keep them from getting frostbite!
  3. Birdicus7s Chicken Coop Plans And Progress Pictures

    Birdicus7s Chicken Coop Plans And Progress Pictures

    Hi folks, and welcome to our page! A brief background is in order. I raised Rhode Island Reds all through high school for my FFA project and was lucky enough to win a $500 scholarship doing something I loved. Now I am trying to teach my five year old son the joys of tending his own...
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    Roosters eat what?

    Your rooster will be fine on layer rations. I have never had a problem.
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    Straw, hay, or shavings in nesting boxes?

    :welcome I use saw chips in my coop so I use saw chips in my nest boxes....it makes it simple.
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    New member of BYC from Tennessee

    Good Luck and Enjoy!!!
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    Protecting the flock at night

    You could look into an automatic door. It will close the coop for you and you can rest easy....However they are not cheap (About $200 on average) You can decide how much your peace of mind is worth. Good luck and Enjoy!
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    food problem

    By little ones and big ones I assume you mean older birds and chicks...not Jersey Giants and Silkies. If you mix older birds with chicks the least of your problem is what to feed them...The older ones will snack on the little ones. Severe pecking can become an issue and death to younger ones...
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    Quick nest box question

    The height is not critical for the most part. If it is very high....like 4' plus you'll probably need a perch on the front for them to jump up on before they go in. The most critical issue is the roosts should be higher than the nest boxes. If the nests are higher they will roost there and...
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    When to trust?

    If they have been outside in their coop for several days, like a week, they will consider it home, shelter, safety, etc. As soon as it starts getting dark they will work their way home to the coop and probably roost in the very same spot they are in every night. You will notice the first time...
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    Your page pics

    If you go to the index and then go to the frequently asked questions, question #4 tells you how to post in the forum. There are links to setting up a page also, it's very easy. If I can do our page you can do it too!
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    Snake Question

    Two week old bantams would make a tasty snack...Once chickens are full grown egg poaching would be you biggest worry. Sounds to me like you need to examine your coop and enhance it's predator proofness.
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    New to Back yard chicken.

    I have no doubt you will learn a lot here! Just remember to have fun and enjoy yourself.
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    What animal is this?

    Quote: They may be rare where you are but they are a dime a dozen here!
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    GAHH I hate my neighbor

    Forget the roosters, get some peafowl....that'll wake her up!
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    6 week old chick is lethargic

    Without any further information and based mostly on the sleepyness my first suspicion is Cocci. It is very prevalent and one of the most common symptom is constantly wanting to sleep. I have not had to treat for it but if you do a search on here you will get good information. Good Luck!
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    Free Range Chickens and Close Neighbours

    Have you talked to your neighbor yet? Some free eggs can go a long way! The wall may help. In my experience they will stay close at first but as they get more comfortable they will range farther and farther. If you train them to come when you call and they listen, I say go for it. At least...
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    How old should my first "pet" chicks be?

    I would get them as young as I could to allow the imprinting process to take place. Let them think you're Momma...Handle frequently, and enjoy!
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    Hen plucking feathers and hard mass on chest

    This mass you are referring to...right breast area? That is probably her crop. It will fill up each day as she eats and if you check her in the morning it will be nearly empty if not empty. You state she is 1 year old, she could be due to molt and may very well be doing so. All other...
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    Help! Swollen Foot/leg

    and thank you for taking the time to teach our little ones! I wish I could help you on this one but I have never seen anything quite like this one. I'm sure someone here has though. You might try posting under the Emergencies/ diseases section even though it is a baby chick, I think you will...
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