I was wondering if anyone has been pecked on the legs by their chickens. They just started doing that around the same time that they began laying eggs. Could that be why? It sure hurts! They don't do it when they are free ranging.
Good morning everyone! Was wondering about how everyone deals with the adding of new chicks to older ones. I have 2 three week old Wyandottes, and 3 two week old various breeds. I just got 2 one week old(BO & speckled sussex) The 3 two week olds are fine with the newcomers, but the 3 week old...
It is going to be in the high 70's today, was wondering if I could take my week old chicks out for a spell, then back inside? Can they pick at the ground, or would i be subjecting them to diseases? Thanks.
Is it okay to give treats to 1 week olds and a 2 week old? When I go in their brooder I'd like to offer a treat so they'll become used to my hand. The barred rock is very friendly, the 2 wyandottes are'nt so sure, and the mystery chick is somewhat friendly.
Hi from Warwick, NY! Got my coop today! It came from MPC. I'll send pictures when i get my kids to help me figure out how! LOL. My babies are coming May 16th. Already picked out names; Buttercup(Buff Orpington),3 speckled sussex( Henrietta, Henny Penny and Gertrude, and 2 Colombian Wyandottes...