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    Rose-Combed Rhode Islands vs. Buckeyes

    Okay, an inquiry from an idiot who has only been to one chicken show in his life: How do you tell the difference between the two? I have what appear to be several rose combed RIR, but after looking at a picture of Buckeyes...Well, I'm not so sure. I definitely want to keep the RIR, in fact, I...
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    Dominique Breeders

    Dominiques: Who on the forum is serious about them? My interest stems from history, the Jamestowne Colony, and the fact that I reside in Virginia. I am always going to want some around. My stock comes from Welps Hatchery, and is a mix of rose combed and single combed. My intent is to only...
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    Herbal Vermifuge/ Vermicide

    I'd like to mine the resources of this forum with the experience along the title topic. I just acquired some new birds, they appear completely healthy, although they reek from vinegar treatment. Not terribly worried about worms as they were raised on wire, but it got me thinking about just...
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    Pet Chicken Transpo Cross States

    Look, I can google with the best of them, but do any of you kind folks out there have any quick links to what I need to look up about moving my chickens with us cross-country? I'd rather not give up my good layers and especially not my prized Dominiques. Containing them is not half the issue...
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    Dying Welsummer Chick

    3 weeks old, in large brooder( converted Great Pyreness dog crate), with about 35 other chicks of various breeds. It is a bit on the small side, but all my birds appear in great health and have been thriving. Last night I found it laying on it's back under the light in the brooder. The other...
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    Feather Loss, Bright Red Skin

    My PBRs are nearly a year old, and I have several left to cull, as I have a new mixed flock growing in the brooder. However, one roo in particular has feather loss on his inner legs and his rear, below his longer tail feathers. The skin in these areas looks red and inflamed. A brief look in...
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    Horny Roo?

    I have several roosters left to cull, but I will post separately about some of their different issues. One, a lively and feisty PBR named "Perky" has an unusual habit: He seems to mate the ground. I've seen him do it dozens of times; he'll get low, peck out and pinch something in front of him...
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    Chickens and the Compost Bins

    I've read some interesting things of late, but a bit of background first: First time chicken owner 8 PBR, at least four roos Spacious deep-litter coop Spacious run, covered on all sides Feeding them Southern States poultry starter and scratch Anything we don't eat, we feed the birds So far, so...
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    Looking for Dominique owners in VA

    Hey, Folks! Have begun construction on a new coop, and intend to raise Dominiques. Anyone with experience or advice to share would be most welcome! Thank you!
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