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    Nervous about mixed flocks

    I'm a little concerned my older flock is scaring the heck out of my younger one, but no blood has been shed yet. I sought advice from this forum about new coop construction a few months ago and yesterday was the final joining of coops. Context: I've had a movable coop and run for 2 years now...
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    Expanding flock, do i need to expand my coop and run?

    I have 3 wonderful backyard chickens, that spend most of their time in a portable run that is 100" x 62.5" (~43 square feet). I try to move it twice a week. I also let them roam the yard when I can. They sleep in a coop on top of the run (connected inside) that is a little over 7 square feet...
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    Help me out! Is our easter egger Cybil a HE?

    Cybil is almost 4 months now, cross beaked but still pretty nice with us (a little bossy to her friends). But lately she has been making some awfully rooster-like noises. I am now concerned she may be a HE. I've tried a couple picture guides with no luck. Any help is appreciated. I can...
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    Too cold? Help!

    So we officially moved our four chickens out to the coop today. They are about 5 weeks and the weather has been great. However our remote thermometer is saying it is 53 in there (although it should be above 60). Should we add a lamp? My concern is that if I do it will be too hot. They are not...
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    How bad is it? (Crossed beak)

    She is 7 days old today (photo was just taken). We noticed a slight misalignment a couple days ago. I've read a lot of varying opinions on the forum so far. I'm curious how she compares to others with crossed beak at this age. Has anyone had luck with the vitamins? Or can she live years with...
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    Two newbie questions :(

    Hi all, we just got 4 hens (came in by mail Friday). We have been having a ton and really enjoying this website as a resource. I have two question however: 1) I know the temperature is supposed to be 95ish but the hottest part of the brooder is 108 (where the light hits the bottom) and the...
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