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  1. Maegan Moaratty

    DIY Duck Pool Filter System

    My boyfriend and I decided to add two Peking Ducks to our chicken flock. Everything has been going smoothly as they co-habitate in the run we built, however, we are trying to figure out the best way to keep their pool clean. We currently have to dump the pool every two days and refill with the...
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    Large Hole in Chicken's Back (Image Included)

    So last night I was playing with my hens and noticed one of my girls had a wound on her back. It is in the center on top of her back and was slightly covered by feathers. When I moved her wing to the side it exposed the entire wound. It is about a dime size hole surrounded by a sort of "ridge"...
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    Picking up my first chicks tonight!

    Christmas is coming early as I get to pick up five 1-day-old chicks tonight instead of later this weekend :) Excitement aside, I'd like to ensure I have adequate supplies for their homecoming. The lady at the local feed store is very knowledgeable, but came off a tiny bit condescending toward my...
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    Getting four chicks on Friday... Question regarding heat lamp!

    Hi All, I'm getting four 1-day-old chicks on Friday so I'm prepping their living quarters today and tomorrow. I've been reading about the dangers of heat lamps and came across the 'Brinsea EcoGlow Brooder for Chicks or Ducklings' on Amazon. Is this a better alternative to the heat lamp? Any...
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