Search results for query: *

  1. Elegant Chick

    Where should teenage chicks sleep

    I have an existing flock of (3) 4-year old hens. I purchased (3) coop ready chicks a couple of weeks ago. The chicks live in a dog cage in the run with the older girls. I have opened the cage door and they can wander out anytime they like. The older girls leave them alone, but the chicks are...
  2. Elegant Chick

    sudden death

    My black australorp, Annie, died last night. She looks perfectly healthy and fat. Her feathers are beautiful green/black. I noticed her wattles looked pale yesterday and her beak was open. She didn't approach when I threw out treats. Does anyone know what might have happened? This is my...
  3. Elegant Chick

    Speckled Sussex--roo or pullet?

    I have a 12 week old Speckled Sussex that has a red comb and wattle. I'm a first time chicken keeper and need help determining if this is a rooster. He/she is attempting to crow, but I'm not sure if she is just a loud hen. She seems smaller than my other pullets and doesn't seem dominant...
  4. Elegant Chick

    What to use in bottom of brooder

    I am getting 6 baby chicks next Thursday, Mar 13. I'm using a 31 gallon plastic tub for the brooder box. For heat, I'm using the Brinsea EcoGlow 20. Is it OK to put the heater on top of the pine shavings, or should I use rubber shelf liner on the bottom like I've seen on some chicken blogs...
  5. Elegant Chick

    Disinfecting feeders, waterers, etc

    I don't have chickens yet, but plan on getting them in a couple months. I'm wondering how to clean the chicken dishes without using my kitchen sink. I have an outdoor spigot. What do you use to disinfect their feeders and waterers?
  6. Elegant Chick

    First step taken

    I've taken the first step towards getting backyard chickens! I mailed out notice and consent letters to all of my adjacent neighbors. They have 30 days to approve or disapprove. I also talked to Carolina Coops and they are coming to visit the end of the month to plan the best location for...
  7. Elegant Chick

    New Member

    Hi! I'm Elegant Chick from North Carolina. I have wanted to own chickens for at least 2 years now, and I think I'm finally ready to start. I joined BYC to research what to do first to get started. I'm thinking of starting with 4 chickens. Any help or advice is greatly appreciated!
Back
Top Bottom