So my chicks are about 2 weeks old (4 of them) and have a mama heating pad in the brooder. My power is out at the moment and according to the power company will be out for 4 hours yet. should I rush home to put a heat lamp on them, or will they huddle up and be fine for a couple hours? they...
Hey guys,
So I am putting together a pre fab coop for my 4 chicks and I want to seal the wood as I am assembling it. what do you guys recommend as a sealer for a coop that is clear and won't leave a noxious odor for the birds on the inside? thanks!
So I am relatively new to chickens, and just picked up 4 chicks over the weekend. I am already addicted and considering stopping to get 2 more on the way home today. I want to have enough eggs for my family of 4 year round (I realize this might not work out in the winter months if they aren't...
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
I had chickens briefly when I was very young, but this is the first time that I have raised chickens at my house for the purpose of supplying eggs for my family.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
I currently have 4...