Hi Everyone,
I lost my 4 wk old Lavender Orpington due to heat stroke yesterday. I was checking on them regularly, but I didn't catch it in time. When I found her she was panting, breathing heavily and limp. I immediately got her to drink some water and was about to dunk her, but it was too...
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I've done a fair amount of research on this topic and I've been patient... but I finally have to ask. When are my chickens going to lay eggs??? They are 29 weeks old (7 months) and all have a red comp and waddle. I have 1 Welsummer, 1 Light Brahma, 1 Silver Laced Wyandotte, 1 Cochin...
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We are going camping during Memorial Day weekend (3 days). My chicks will be 5 weeks old. How can I leave them? Have a neighbor come by a few times a day? Hire a pet sitter? Will they be in the coop by then without a heat source? I wouldn't feel comfortable leaving a heat lamp on while...
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I am starting my flock this April. I am planning on only getting 4. I've narrowed it down to the following breeds. Most important is that they be friendly. My son is 2.5 and they will be free range in our backyard. I also want good variety in appearance. I'd like them to all look...