I have a Polish Roo who is about 8 weeks, and my girls are about 11 weeks. He has his separate area in our garage so he is safe (which was for quarantine), and a separate run. The girls free range.
This boy wants nothing more than to be out there with them (The only time he's not trying to...
So far have only spent $100. All wood siding and roof was free. There are no nesting boxes yet, or a chicken door, since we have to build the run. Overall very pleased. There is ventilation on all sides except the garage wall. We also want to put in another window. And I still need a handle for...
I'm learning about growing fodder and other kinds of feeding for chickens. I am wondering on this website, what would be the best things to use? Can any of these be used with fermenting feed? Thanks for the help, from a total noob. (There's 2 pages)...
Would this work? I have priced someone bringing me a truckload, and that just isn't going to work for us I guess, which is a bummer. I just don't want to get the wrong kind of sand for the coop and run.
Thanks!
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Quikrete-50-lb-All-Purpose-Sand-115251/100318450
I live in Western Michigan, first time chicken owner! I want to make sure the coop is perfect for winter. Can it have very small gaps between the planks of wood, or should it be very tight? The reason I ask is I am reusing wood that I get from work, that is already somewhat together, in a square...
Just brought 4 home a few hours ago, and all they've done is sleep in their MP cave. I get they probably don't get much sleep being in a noisy store, and this is my first time, should I be worried?