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    Hen wants to be babies mom

    We have chicks that are almost 7 weeks old. They have been in the coop for 6 weeks in the brooder that is separated from the older hens. One hen was broody when they arrived, and she now seems to think they are her babies. For several weeks she has been pacing in front of their brooder. On...
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    In Coop Brooder

    We have chicks arriving in a few weeks, and I am using this week yo build a brooder setup in the coop. I have a great design setup that will be able to stay clean and ensure they are separated from my current flock. My question is if there is any reason I should avoid having them in the coop...
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    Rooster injuring hen

    I have a rooster who keeps injuring one of my hens. He overmates her and has caused significant injuries. She was recently in quarantine for 3 weeks due to needing stitches. Now that she has been reintroduced and the hens have accepted her, I found a large wound to her neck from him biting...
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    Scaly Leg Mites?

    This is Allen — or at least Allen’s feet. He has always had rougher feet than the hens, but I wanted to make sure he doesn’t need to be treated. All the ladies have perfectly healthy scales, so I’m not sure if it is leg mites or not. I’m an overly worried chicken mom most of the time, and I...
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    Missing Feathers

    My flock consists of 9 hens and 1 rooster. I noticed my Favaucana is continuing to lose feathers on her back. I have never observed other chickens pulling at her feathers or noticed her pulling at herself. My only assumption is that my rooster is the cause. Is this something I should be...
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    Coop below 32 degrees

    My coop is already below 32 degrees and temps are going to drop much lower. There is no concern about drafts, and I have proper ventilation. My question is if I should turn on a heat lamp until I can get a safer heat option? This is my first winter with chickens, and I want to make sure they...
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    Wood shavings for run

    My students have been planing a lot of walnut and maple this week, and I am curious if this material is too thin to put on the floor of my run? I know cedar has to be avoided, but are walnut and maple ok? None of the shavings are treated or exposed to chemicals. Thanks for any advice!
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    Are two chickens laying? Egg Confusion

    On Wednesday My RIR started laying. Her egg had an excellent shell, so I was surprised to find a broken egg with a light color and thinner, softer shell on Thursday. This egg was also laid in a different area on large rocks where the flock likes to hang out. Yesterday (Friday) while going to...
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    Tail Feathers on Light Brahma

    Let me preface this question by stating that it is in no way important — more a question of curiosity as a first time chicken mom. This is Allen - he just turned 5 months old. I know brahmas can take 2 years to reach full size, but I’m really curious if his tail feathers will grow longer...
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    Stevie Nicks’ first egg!

    Just thought I would share the exciting news! At approximately 3pm this afternoon, Stevie Nicks’ proudly became the first layer of my flock. This precious little egg came in at 32g. It is a happy day at our little farm!
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    Beak Issues

    I just noticed one of my girls has some damage on her beak. Is this something I should be concerned about?
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    Young rooster pulling at hens

    My flock turned 11 weeks old today, and it seems my light Brahma rooster is ready to be a man in his young age. This evening I noticed he has started biting at the hens necks. Is it too early for him to be demonstrating this behavior? I know this is common as they get closer to mating age...
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    Help! I’ve identified all my chicks except these..

    I’m down to my final 4 chicks that need identified. Their feathers have really started coming in over the last 48 hours, and I can easily tell them apart now. The numbered chicks should be one of each of the following breeds from My Pet Chicken: Partridge Olive Egger Speckled Sussex Blue...
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    Mystery Chick Breed

    I think I have (finally) identified all chicks, leaving me with the one “Rare Breed Assortment” chick. Any idea what my little gal pal may be?
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    5-Toed Chick from “Rare Breed Assortment”

    My babies arrived today, and I can only assume this little gal is the one chick I selected from My Pet Chickens “Rare Breed Assortment.” (Before anyone mentions, I understand the assortment name can be misleading — I was just excited for a surprise) Anyway, can anyone help identify the breed...
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    Chick Foot Question

    I finally received my babies in the mail this morning! I am a first time chicken mom, and I was so concerned there would issues with their travel. Fortunately, all seem happy and healthy! I did notice this one little baby has a slightly crooked toe. She is getting around great and is probably...
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    Coop location question from a soon-to-be chick mom.

    Hi, all! We recently bought a new home that sits on 8 acres, so of course I immediately ordered chicks and have started preparing for their arrival. We now are only one week out, and I am still torn on the final location of the coop. I currently am expecting 9 various breeds of hens and one...
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