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    Introducing an Adult Bird to a Pullet Flock

    I purchased 7 chicks a few months ago that are now 17 weeks old. There were supposed to be 6 hens and 1 rooster but there turned out to be 2 roosters. Last week, I took one of the roosters back to the same farm I bought all the chicks from and traded it for a 2 year old sex link. I didn't...
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    Preventing my coop from rotting

    I have a pen frame made out of 2x3s and feather strips. What can I do to the wood to prevent it from rotting? It's out in the elements and susceptible to rain, ants, and other insects. Any ideas would help, I'm looking to make this last for many years.
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    How to provide traction on my ducks ramp?

    What can I do to my 3 foot plank to provide traction for my ducks? It is at 25 degrees with strips but they still slide on it.
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    Where can I buy chicks/ducklings solo or in pairs online?

    I already have 6 chickens and two ducks and I'm looking to get just one more of each. Does anyone know where I can order poultry 1 or 2 at a time?
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    Is sliced ham a good fox bait?

    I'm testing my new coop to see where predators will enter. I took my chickens out and baited it with sliced ham. Will this be effective? If not what is the best bait for foxes and or raccoons?
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    Can I use pine needles for bedding in my 3 week old ducklings brooder?

    I have plenty of pine needles and I'm tired of buying pine shavings that they just get all wet. Can I use pine needles instead of shavings?
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    How big should I build my coop?

    I just built an 8ftx8ftx4ft high pen today. I am buying 6-8 chickens soon. They will be allowed to free range for almost half the day. I plan on attaching a roosting/laying house to the pen. Inside the house I would put 2-3 laying boxes and a roosting pole. My questions: 1. Can 6-8 chickens...
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