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    Polish breeder in Chicago area

    Want to buy a Polish hen for my Polish husband. Would be joining our flock of Australorps.
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    Help with sexing my 6 week old Australorps

    These chickens all hatched within a day of each other, straight run. Dad is a black Australorp and multiple possible hen mommas. Chose these 6 out of 11 that hatched, hoping to keep 3 to 4 hens from the 6. They are 6 weeks old. Have an inkling 2 are roosters. Just wanted some expert opinions!
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    Any thoughts on this coop for Chicago?

    Hello! I need a cheapish, easy, predator proof, Chicago weather friendly coop for 4 australorps. Could someone look at these plans and give me advice on what they think? Thanks!! http://thetanglednest.com/2012/12/infographic-how-to-build-our-coop/
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    Formex coop reviews?

    Hello! I'm looking for a coop to house 4 hens (Australorp/Orpington mix) that will be easy to clean, withstand Chicago temps reasonably well, and come together quickly (1 week chicks in house). Also need predator resistant (raccoon) although it's an option to enclose it in the run. Formex...
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    Grit questions

    Hello! I have baby chicks who are almost 1 week old. I have limited farm store options around me, but the one I have only has adult grit. Will this work for chicks? Do I need grit yet? Thank you!
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    Choosing my flock: need tips please!

    Hello! I just hatched out 11 baby chicks and they are doing well in the brooder. My city allows up to 4 hens and I'm thinking of starting with 3 or 4. My dad can take chicks back to the farmer we got the eggs from in mid-May when the chicks will be 3.5 weeks old. I would like to be able to...
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    Total newbie, need advice!!

    Hello!! Long story short, my dad gave me 14 fertilized eggs to hatch in his incubator at home so my kids could experience the miracle. Have the option of taking the chicks back to the original backyard farmer that the eggs came from. Just decided to keep some at my place, so I'm maybe a bit...
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