I am about to build my permanent run. Due to wind issues I need to make the walls so they create a wind break for the chickens. I am currently planning on using 3/4 in osb on the bottom 4 ft of the walls. Possibly considering tin to cover it but haven't decided. Does anyone have any input as to...
I have a hen that went broody yesterday. I use nipple waterers installed in the bottom of a bucket. I know the hen will teach the chicks how to drink but am not quite sure how this works with these waterers. I know I have to put one that is low enough for the chicks to reach but is this all I...
I am new to chickens. Had them a little over a week now. They are not pets so I have been spending time trying to get them more used to me so catching one won't be a hassle. Today when I offered them a treat in my hand one hen ate and the rooster would take a bite then turn and give it to the...
Hi I just joined and want to thank this site and all its members for all the excellent information. I wasn't sure I wanted chickens due to all the poop and knew little about the care of chickens but I started searching and found so many ideas and instructions that I decided it might not be so...