Does anyone use only Sweet PDZ as coop bedding? Seems like it would make clean up super easy! Not sure if it’s safe to use like that or not.
I know most sprinkle it with pine shavings or straw but can it be used alone?
Thanks
Hello. I am new to silkie chickens. Getting a few in April. I’m wondering what extra care they need. Will they be fine in an insulated coop all winter? Do i need to add heat or bring them in at night? Are they generally fine with regular sized hens who are very friendly and gentle?
Thanks!
Katie
Hi. I’m new to chicken keeping and I’m wondering how many chickens I can keep in my coop? It measures 12x4x8 with the indoor area being about 4x4.
It is actually built using the plans for Heather Bullards coop.
I also have a large fenced area outside of it for them to wonder into.
Just want...
hi there.
I’m getting my first flock in the spring and I’m trying to learn as much as i can! I have 3 dogs and one cat already. All are well trained but we will go slow with introductions. I have two daughters (9 and 11). They are super excited. They want silkies but I’m a little worried about...
hello. I have never owned chickens before but we are going to start our journey this spring. I’m getting ready to order my 1 day old chicks. My daughters really want a few Silkies. We have a very small cat (7lbs). She hunts small births and moles regularly. Don’t worry. She wears a bell. I’m...