I went to check on my chickens this afternoon and found a wound on one of them back by her tail feathers. The others were pecking at her so I have her separated. Any thoughts on what caused this and any suggestions on how to treat it and how long to separate her from the others? Thank you for...
At what age can you sex chicks?
I purchased two “production blue” chicks from a local feed store.
they are almost 4 weeks old now.
one has a black comb while the others comb is turning much lighter colored. Is that an indication of male or female?
Thanks in advance for you help.
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I was hoping for some input on a chick I picked up a couple weeks ago from the local feed store. Both are supposed to be ameraucana pullets- they are now about 3 weeks old. When can I tell if they are for sure pullets. My concern is one is now about double the size of the other. Not sure...
Hello!! I had a local guy I found on Facebook build a chicken coop for me for my 4 chicks who are still living in the brooder. It was just delivered yesterday. Curious as to the set up inside the coop. I have attached pictures. It’s an open air style coop which I believe should be fine since I...
Hello, I am new to owning chickens. My wife and I are looking to get a few for our backyard. We have a kids playhouse in the backyard that I would like to use but looking for some ideas. It is about 4-5 feet off the ground. Would that be too high for the coop? Would they have trouble getting...