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My parents are dealing with a chicken that seems to be ill, and I thought you might have some insight. She has been staying on the coop floor tucking her head under her wing. Dad moved her to the run hoping she would eat or drink. She drank some when they dipped her beak. She won't eat food or...

My parents built a coop loosely based on the free plans from Purina. It turned out so well that they kindly helped build one for me. I'm really proud of it. I will try to post pics of theirs soon as well.

I know birds shouldn't be on cedar shavings, but I see lots of sites that suggest cedar for building coops. Is this because they are likely to eat shavings or is cedar a bad plan all around. Please advise! Thanks so much for all your help.

I found a ton of info on about introducing younger birds in with older birds, but mine are going to be only a week apart in age and very young. Should I set up a second brooder or can I put them together, perhaps with a barrier or hiding places? What would you do? Had to get my EE's last week...

I'm thrilled to be part of this community and have already found so much helpful info! I got my first chicks today from the local Farmers' Association. I got Ameraucanas (possible actually EE's) I only have room for two, but am purchasing for my parents as well and will get more from different...