So, I bought my coop before find BYC and realize I should have built a coop. I have read many posts about the hazards of these pre-made coops and now I am scared for my chickens. How can I predator proof it. I am putting new latches on for sure. Should I put hardware cloth on the bottom so...
My little chick is 3 days old. She is pooping fine but the hole right below has a large (for her) dark scab it wasn't there yesterday or was unnoticeable yesterday. I have been checking them for pasty butt and noticed this. Is this pasty butt or just her umbilical cord? Why would it be more...
We just bought a coop and are trying to research as much as we can about chickens before we purchase 4 Hens. There is so much to learn. I am super excited though we can't wait.