Any problem with feeding dandelions to the chickens? I dug up several in my yard today and thought they might enjoy them. I don't use chemicals on my yard so that isn't an issue. Give it to them root and all or remove leaves and give only leaves and flower?
Thanks guys.
I can't believe it. ONe of my 5 mos old Silkie hens has laid an egg! I just found it this morning. And I can't believe I can get this excited over an EGG.
But, it's a beautiful little thing. I just wish I knew which of the 2 girls laid it.
Ok, I now have photos of all the Polish chicks my friend inheirited....all 8 of them. I hope some of you can do better than I in figuring out what sex they are. I think they're around 6 wks in these shots. And I"m just assuming they are Polish chicks. They are part of a shipment from McMurray...
Does anyone have any hints for telling the roos from the hens on Polish chicks that are about 6 wks old? I have 4 all white ones and 3 black with white crests and they all seem to act pretty much alike.
Gotta say they are the funniest looking little things running around with their big old hats...
After 18 yrs of raising parrots and finches, I have discovered the joys of chickens! But I have a lot to learn and one thing is how to determine their sex. I"ve read the various posts on the subject and think I have a pretty good idea of what to look for BUT just when I think I know, they...
Being a bird lover, I have always wanted to have some chickens but figured it was impossible since I live in a subdivision in the suburbs of a big city. After reading many posts on this forum it hit me.....why couldn't I have the chickens live in my birdroom in the house. I have an entire...