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Happy New Year! It's quite warm today here in NJ, and a moth flew into the coop. The hens were relaxing on their roosts, and one by one (like a wave) they all perked up to watch this little moth circle the light. Thirteen little bobbleheads on stretched necks all watching it fly round and...

I have read topics on this saying this is probably not a problem, but the responses were educated guesses. Has anyone with a peanut allergy actually eaten an egg from a hen that is fed peanuts?

Hi, I add apple cider vinegar to my chickens water, but should I be adding it to the parakeet and cockatiels water? If so, how much? When i search this, it just gave me info in chickens not caged birds. Thanks!

DH excitedly handed me an ad for a free Bantam coop. Holds 3-4 Bantams. We have 15 standard chickens, including 2 huge roosters. He was surprised at my lack of enthusiasm. One of these days he's going to figure out this chicken thing LOL! Just had to share

A neighbor told me a "wild" chicken was coming to her for the past 3 weeks for bread. I can't believe she is alive despite the fox, coyote, hawks, and raccoons here. She looks to be laying age, based on the fluffiness of her behind and her squat when we picked her up. She is healthy and...

Hi My 26 week old pullet became lethargic 6 days ago, small green poop, poor appetite. My newbie mistake I waited, but after 3 days of force feeding and water by dropper I put the flock on Di-Methox for possible coccidiosis. I know she has been drinking it. Appetite and mood improved slightly...

Here's some informationa about various Coccidiosis treatments. I called the companies for additional info, so I figured I would share. When in doubt, call them directly. DI-METHOX (sulfadimethoxine) Agrilabs: 800-542-8916 For coccidiosis, fowl cholera, and choyryza for chickens 16 weeks and...

Hi, My bottom-of-the pecking-order Barrred Rock hen seems to be squatting while she walks. I don't notice it all the time. She had a couple of mating injuries near her hips (the roos are now de-spurred). She looks like she is sitting into her hip as she walks. No obvious pain. Are they prone...

Hi, my run is flooding. It's on a slight slope and the rainwater is collecting-puddles/mud everywhere. We tarped and will be getting a new roof soon, but the slight grade remains. Would a flagstone or brick "patio" be too harsh on chicken feet?

So proud of Mildred and the girls! 2 Brick colored ones are from Magenta and Red, our Star Sexlinks, and the large brown is from one of my original Barred Rocks, Ruby. Thanks to Reyvaughn, who provif=ded this opportunity, we love our beautiful new girls!

Hi from NJ! I'm sure a lot of us are bracing for Hurricane Irene, which will probably be down to a Cat 2 by the time it reaches my chickens. Do I need to take additional steps to protect my flock and the coop? It's a converted 8x8 shed, put up and leveled on cement blocks by the shed people...

I have 4 BR, looking for 4-8 more hens/pullets. I would like calm, friendly breeds to join them! Can't be flighty or have trimmed beaks. No RIR, I heard they are aggressive. I have 2 young boys (7 and 9), and we can't wait to love and spoil more pets!

HI! I have 4 hens and 2 roos (already gave away 2 roos last year.My kids and I can't part with these). I have an 8x8 coop, 4 nest boxes, and ample free range. How many pullets can I add? Should I just double the hens (4)? There is a defined pecking order, a bit complicated with the beta, but...

Hi! I am converting and 8x8 shed into a coop. I have electricity in there now, so I'm concerned about fire. I bought a smoke detector, but it says oit may go off falsely in "dusty" conditions. Any thoughts?

Who doesn't love a good dust bath? Well, Ruby my 1 year old had something sticking out of her chest....an earthworm! It had nestled in her feathers pretty deep, about 3 inches or so. THAT's a new one for me LOL!!!