Someone should really write a book of all the gross things that one might deal with when raising chickens...like the pregnancy book for women "what to expect when your expecting". I just had to wash vent feathers...due to some poo sticking to them. Well, for thoes who might not have had that...
Lastnight I noticed that one of my Barred Rocks had an accumilation of poop on her fluffy feathers just under her 'hole'...it's not blocking flow (small amount). But im wondering how I should solve this, should I wipe it down with warm water, trim it out with sciccors, or just leave it...
I keep reading about insulation for the walls...and now i'm on the fence!!!! I have a 8x8x10 coop with 17 hens, and they have access to an outdoor pen that's semi covered. My coop is built out of 2x4's and plywood...but like i said, i'm contemplating insulating the walls a bit...but how!?! If I...
The weather in NY is getting rainy & chilly(low 50's)...and i'm conflicted whether or not to let my ladies out in the run. If it's raining, they don't seem to notice and just keep on pecking. Am I worring too much that they aren't smart enough to get out of the rain?