We've had chickens a few years, moved to the country, added more chickens, and Guineas, and now we're considering getting goats. We don't need milk and don't want to butcher, just some weed control and entertainment? What breed is the best for newbies and young children (7-9)? We've noticed...
We've had our 10 guinea for two weeks now. I've been reading, studying, watching and spending alot of time in the coop with them. We have 3stalls in our coop. I have them with our Barred Hollands they all seem to be getting along ok. I got these from a farmer in SW Louisiana who told me they...
I purchased 12 Delaware chicks last friday. The breeder said they were 4 days old. I have a phoenix hen that has been wanting to hatch, but I havn't let her yet. I put her on cement eggs and planned to give the chicks to her. She would have NOTHING to do with them. I will try again as I have...
We are moving to our new homeplace in the country! About 6 acres and 8 miles from town :o) There is a small Pond and a creek on the back half. I grew up with Muscovies, thought they were cute, except the Drakes. . . . But then they'd get butchered. I'd like to get a few Ducks. Preferably...
We are moving to our new homeplace in the country! About 6 acres and 8 miles from town :o) We discovered there are many ticks in the woods. We're thinking about getting a few Guinea. What should we consider? How many? Where should we get them? Keets or Grow ups? Thanks for any advice.
Prefer Local Piclup. Will Meet in Lake Charles, Oakdale, or Alexandria, Louisiana. The Following are for Sale (in order of photos listed above: BBR Standard Phoenix Pullet ($10) LB Dutch Bantam Cockerel (Part of Trio), BBR Standard Phoenix Cockerel #1 $5.00, BBR Standard Phoenix #2 ($15), LB...
Im interested in getting a getting a few Jaerhons. I'd like to get an unrelated Started Trio, or a few chicks. Willing to pay additional for quick shipping.
Thanks, Scott LeJeune, Oakdale, Louisiana
I have a 4 mo old Ameraucana Pullet with a swollen smushy crop. I've attempted to "make her vomit" I've given her olive oil w a syringe Every other day 3Xs and had her seperate for 5 days with a little crumble and lots of chick grit. She is not acting ill, but her color is pale and she is not...