In Florida the heat index is already at 108°, actual temp is 95°. My hen Annibelle is out there, in the shade and dust bathing (I can see her on camera). Should I get my sister to move her inside? She has two water sources with drops of vinegar in them. Trying not to freak out. It was 104° heat...
Im looking to rehome my Dominique hen Annabelle. I've lost her sister two weeks ago to an egg related problem and now I'm losing my little Ruby to something that may be egg related. I don't want Annabelle to be by herself. She free ranges during the afternoon and is still laying. She's about 1...
My hen Annabelle laid an egg this morning and has been on it ever since. She has been on it for about 12 hours. Is there anything I need to do or should I leave her be. I have no males. Just hens.
Update: bedtime. I took her out and tried to set her on the ground and she wouldn't stand up. I...
I read older posts on the subject but only found red that attracts chickens to food.
My question is this:
Are there specific colors that attract hens to lay eggs or maybe go into an area?
I'm asking because I'm building a nesting box. I'm painting it and not sure if I should paint it red inside...
Hi everyone,
I made several feeder/ waterer risers over the summer and they have helped immensly with stopping waste of feed and keeping water cleaner longer. I decided to try selling them and have one listed on Etsy. Not sure if I can put the link here but will try:
Check out this item in my...
It's getting cold here in Florida (by my standards). Being new to owning chickens, I don't know how cold the temps can get that chickens can tolerate.
My hens are used to 80-90 degrees. It's going to get in the 40's this week. Do I need to supplement my girls coop with heat? I don't know cold is...
So, I have two ptz cameras I use to watch my small flock. One inside the coop and one outside.
I'm wondering if anyone is interested in viewing them live as well?
Not sure how to do that but I enjoy watching or checking on them while away and at home. If anyone is interested and knows how to...
Hello,
I am pretty new to the chicken keeping thing.
Wanted to give a quick intro.
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
Yes. My first one found me. I found her in my backyard in February. Walked her all over the neighborhood but no one would claim her. She's a RIR and...
I bought chicks about 9-10 weeks ago and two of them are Brahma's. I want to keep the gold one but can't tell if it is a he or a she. I suspect it's a boy as he bites alot and the others don't. He also bumps chests with the other Brahma and does the stare down. Anyone help me identify? I want to...