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    Is there a need for alarm?

    One of my hens has had runny/watery poop for about a week now. She is otherwise fine. Eating, drinking, laying, etc. Everything I’ve read says not to worry. But the reasons given do not apply to her right now. Any information/help is greatly appreciated. The poop is not always “this” runny, but...
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    Is this normal?

    These two BOs (Grace and Greta) are the exact same age - 5 1/2 months. However, their combs and wattles are drastically different. The one on the left (Grace) has always had a pale comb and wattles. Sometimes it will turn dark when she runs or gets agitated. She is perfectly healthy, as far as...
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    Vent gleet?

    My Cream Legbar started laying 3weeks ago. Sometimes her eggs have poop on them that looks as though it is getting on the egg as she is laying it. Her feathers around her vent were soiled a little. Can someone tell me if this is vent gleet?
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    ID help please

    These are picture of the bugs that have invaded my coop. I know they are blurry, so if you need more detail, I will take some more shots. Does anyone know what kind of pest I am battling? To me, it looks like it may be two different ones, or it could be the same one at different stages.
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    Making a roost

    I have found out the hard way that roosts should not be made of wood. Battling a terrible mite infestation right now. What are some other materials to use to make a roost? If I polyurethane or paint the roosts would that keep mites from invading them? Thanks in advance for any help and/or...
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    Where did these mites come from?

    I am going to ask the questions first, and then give the background. 1. What did I miss that allowed this infestation? 2. What can I do to cut down the chances of it happening again. (side note - it has been extremely hot, humid and rainy over the past month)Background - I have a flock of 9...
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    Australorp eye color

    i have a 9 week-old Australorp that I got from a hatchery. She has a small section of green in her eyes, the same spot in both eyes. I know the eyes can still change color, and the spotsmay go away. My other Australorp has solid dark brown eyes. I don't think it is a sign of illness, but just...
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    Silver Duckwing OEGB rescue, now what

    I have acquired a Silver Duckwing OEG bantam roo that was living in less than desirable conditions. I was told he is about 5 months old. First question - are there any main/important differences in raising bantams and standards that I should know about? Second question - I understand that mixing...
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    Any wildlife photographers out there

    I have been photographing wildlife for several years now. I am not a professional, just a serious hobbyist. Would love to share photos, pointers, etc.
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    Pine straw in run

    Is pine straw a good material to use in a run? I am wondering specifically about bumble foot and pests/parasites. I'm still learning.
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    Australorp with a deep voice

    I have a 7-week-old Australorp that has a very distinct and deep voice. I am fairly certain it is a pullet ( based on some of the members' opinion here and that she was vent sexed), but curious as to why her voice is so much deeper than the rest of my flock.
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    Another gender game

    I ordered 7 chicks from My Pet Chicken. They are supposed to be all pullets, but I am wondering about 3 specifically. They are 6 weeks old in these pictures (last week). I have 2 Australorps, 2 SLW, and 1 GLW. There is enough difference between them that makes me wonder. I am a complete newbie...
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    Grit

    At what age do I change giving my chickens chick grit to poultry grit.
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    Australorps size difference

    I have 2 Australorps that are 5 weeks old. One is remarkable heavier that the other. Both are supposed to be pullets. Any reason for concern?
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    Flooring cover for predator proof run

    I am having a coop/tractor built. I do not intend to move it very much, if at all. The run is completely enclosed with hardware cloth, including the floor. What is a good option for flooring to cover the hardware cloth? Most of the run is covered by the coop. They will be using this run while I...
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    Cleaning used brooder bin

    I purchased a used intermediate brooder bin for my 4 week old chicks. What is the best way to clean it before I put them in it? It is made of OSB board.
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    When does the crest start to develop in Crested Cream Legbars

    I apologize if this has been answered in another thread. I searched and could not find any. This is my Cream Legbar. I was told she is 3 weeks old; I'm not sure how accurate that is because she is half the size of my other chicks (not CL) that are 2 weeks old. It may be that she is just a...
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    Adding a new chick to the flock

    I purchased a 3-week-old Cream Legbar pullet from a breeder, yesterday afternoon. Once I got her home, I noticed her breathing seemed to be a little labored, and she acted like she didn't want to move much. She responds to touch and becomes vocal when I pick her up. I gave her some feed and...
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    Introducing new chick to brooder

    I have 7 one-week-old chicks. I am wanting to add one more to my flock, but it would be from a different supplier. I can get one that is very close to the same age as mine. I am a new Mother Hen and am not sure if this is doable, or advisable. Or should I wait until my chicks are in their coop...
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