Hi all. The age old question: another hen or roo? These chicks are about 5 weeks old. I know it’s a bit early but curiosity’s got the best of me. I’ve got a speckled sussex (posted two pics of her, she can’t sit still), a buff orpington, and a silver laced wyandotte. Any early indicators that...
Hi all. Question for you - I’m a newbie to all this and still learning, so kindness and constructive criticism is appreciated. :) We have 2 started pullets who have been established in their coop for a couple of weeks. We got an extra started pullet last night (2 months old) and we were advised...
Hi! New to backyard chickens. The Buff Orpington in the picture looks to have an enlarged crop. I’ve put them in a brooder box with hemp and I’m worried she’s actually been eating it. What do you think? Should I wait to see if it goes down overnight? Or should I give her grit? And is shredded...