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    Eye (both) defect 8 week old Isbar chick?

    Any idea what the issue is with this chick's eyes? Obviously it's not normal.
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    5 Week Small and Slow Feathering Speckled Sussex

    5 weeks ago, I purchased four speckled sussex chicks, sexed as pullets, that came from Meyer. Two are very normal looking as far as feathering and size/growth. Two were very, very small as day olds with really small/short wing feathers. They're currently feathering very, very slowly, are...
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    Small and Slow Feathering Speckled Sussex Chicks

    5 weeks ago, I purchased four speckled sussex chicks, sexed as pullets, that came from Meyer. Two are very normal looking as far as feathering and size/growth. Two were very, very small as day olds with really small/short wing feathers. They're currently feathering very, very slowly, are...
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    Wanted Blue Copper Marans Pullet Vaccinated for Mareks

    To ship to Northern CA. Desired age would be 5 - 8 weeks.
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    WTB: Started or POL Chocolate Orpington

    Looking to add one started or POL English Chocolate Orpington to my flock. Bird must ship to California. Vaccinated for Mareks would be ideal.
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    Eggbound pullet?

    I have a light sussex pullet who laid her first egg on 1/22/12 and laid two consecutive days following but since then nothing. I've since seen her in the nest box twice (as recently as today) but no eggs. She appears to be acting normal and eating and drinking. Is this normal "pullet"...
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    9 week old Blue Ameraucana *Pics* Pullet or Cockerel?

    Can't stand not knowing! What's your guess? Girl or boy?
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    Self-Locking Device Recommendations for Add-A-Motor Auto Coop Door

    I'm planning on installing this auto coop door http://www.discounthomeautomation.com/Add-A-Motor-Chicken-Coop-Motor-AAD20 and am looking for recommendations on a self-locking feature to ensure raccoons can't slide the door open. Any/all ideas welcome. Thanks.
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    Integration issues with newbies

    A few weeks ago, I added two newbies to my original flock of four. One of the newbies is has been fully accepted - no problem - its as if she's been here from day one. The other newbie, however, is constantly being chased by three of the original four. It is very heart breaking to watch...
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    Dropper feeding meds not successful

    Help! Any tips on feeding meds with a dropper (needleless syringe)? All my attempts result in a struggle with the hen doing a turtle impersonation with her neck going in/out, in/out and I can't get her to open her beak.
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    How many days after painting the inside of the coop to air out?

    After painting the inside of the coop, how many days should I let it air out before letting the chickens in it?
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    Predator Proofing Alternative - comments appreciated

    Has anyone tried this method for predator proofing the perimeter of your coop and do you think 6" is deep enough? This method appeals to me greatly over renting a 300lb trencher! http://www.eartheasy.com/store/proddetail.php?prod=CBFS
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    Green Coop Roof Advice/Opinions Wanted

    Seeking advice on modifying my slanted coop roof with a Green/Living/Ecoroof. Please see photo of coop at link below. I'm concerned about possible runoff from rain; I wouldn't want the egg collection box to get hammered by water. Would adding a gutter resolve this? Your comments are...
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