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    raising chicks outdoors in MA

    Hi all, this is my first time with chicks and I'd like to know if it's safe to put 2 day old chicks out in the coop with a broody hen? We are in New England, so it is going to be in the 50s-60s during the day and 30s-40s overnight (above freezing) for the next 1.5 weeks according to the local...
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    adding chickens - pullets or layers?

    I am currently trying to build up my first flock to six birds (limit due to city ordinance). Right now I only have two: a 6 month old silkie hen and a 3 month old buff brahma pullet. I'm going to add chickens two at a time and I'm wondering what the ideal age is for the newcomers? Are they more...
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    Are these really faverolle pullets?

    My daughter bought two "salmon faverolle" pullets last night... I'm just getting a good look at them now, and I am having a hard time believing it. We're not allowed to keep roosters in our town so I'm wondering if anyone can help identify these birds? Could they really both be pullets? Do they...
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    prefab options?

    I was recently given three bantams by a friend and need a coop in a hurry. I don't think I will be able to free range them because there are hawks, raccoons, bears, etc. in my yard daily. Therefore, I'd like a large run. The space I have for them is about 10' x 10'. Are there any inexpensive...
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