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    How long does a hen stay broody?

    My hen just started being broody 2 or 3 days ago. I really want to try to hatch eggs this way but I just got chicks from my uncle and will have too many if I allow her to set. I get the eggs from under her everyday but how long will she stay broody?
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    Cracked Beak, what to do?

    I just noticed today that one of my New Hampshire Red hen's beak didn't look exactly right. I do not have a picture but I can try to describe it. You know how the beak is supposed to be pointed. Well her beak is squared off looking at the end and has crack down the center. Will this heal up or...
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    When can you feed chicks veggies and fruit??

    Hi I have some 3 1/2 week old chicks. When can I start feeding them fruits and veggies like I feed my hens? Thanks Y'all!!!!!!
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    Can I feed strawberries to my chickens?

    Hello!! Is it safe to feed my chickens strawberries? Thanks!!
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    Boy or Girl?

    I know this chick is a mix but I am wondering if it is a Rooster. It's 3 weeks old today and is 3-4 times bigger than all the other chicks. And it's the only one with a defined comb. I really hope it's a girl. What do y'all think? Thanks!!!
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    Where can I get a chicken saddle??

    Hello!! My rooster is making my 2 NHR hens go bald on their backs. Where can I get a saddle for them so he don't end up hurting my girls? Thanks!!!
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    Brahma and New Hampshire Red cross

    Hello everyone!! I have a hen sitting on some eggs that are due in 9 days. They are from Brahma and New Hampshire Red hens and a Brahma rooster. Does anyone know what a cross of NHR and Brahma will look like? I am really excited to see how they look. I am sure they will be beautiful. I'm just...
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    Feather loss from Rooster...Saddle?

    I have 4 hens: 2 New Hampshire Reds and 2 Brahmas. The roo is also a Brahma. My reds are getting bare places on their backs from the roo because their feathers are not as thick as the Brahmas'. Should I get a saddle for them 2? I'm hating the way it looks even though there is no blood or...
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    Can you tell a rooster at 3 weeks old?

    I have 8 babies that are about 3 weeks old. They are all mutts with part Aracauna in them. I have two that are at least twice the size of the other chicks and have a pretty defined combs. Is it too early to assume that these 2 are Roosters? Thanks!!!
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    Bird Dog and Chicks-Scary/Funny Story

    I have a good funny story for ya! It scared the mess out of me when it happened but now it's actually kind of funny. Enjoy! My younger brother lives with me and he has a 3 year old bird dog named Candy. Candy is a beautiful black lab who LOVES birds and tries to "stalk" my older birds. I have...
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    Does anyone know much about Brahmas?

    I have a 1 year old Brahma hen, who I believe is egg bound. Does anyone know if Brahmas are associated with egg laying issues? I'm trying to see what I'm up against. Thanks!!
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    Eggbound Hen Advice Please!!

    I believe I have an eggbound hen. She is being very still and sitting her box. Her back is bowed up and and her rear end has poop all over it. What can I do to help her? Thank You!!!
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    Eggbound Hen Help

    I believe I have an eggbound hen. She was standing off to herself with her back bowed up when we found her. She seems a little weak and her tail is pointing down. She has poop all over her backside; I guess from the egg obstruction. Can someone please tell me what I can do for her. Thank You!!!!
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    Yolk not completely absorbed?

    I have a chick whom I believe has not absorbed the yolk completely. If that is what it is, will it heal and survive? Thanks!! Here's a picture. It's on its bottom. I couldn't get the whole bird because it's squirmy.
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    What's wrong with my baby chick?

    Please help!! My baby has something going on with its rear end and its not the vent... its eating and drinking but is weak and wobbly.
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    When should I stop feeding the starter feed??

    I have pullets that have just started to cluck this week and I have gotten to the last few scoops of the chick feed. What type of feed should I get them next? Thanks!!
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    Terrible wound...advice please

    My Jack Russel dug into my chicken pen this morning . She bit one of my pullet's legs and there is chunk missing. The pullet is eating and drinking, but hopping around on one leg. I can tell she is in pain but I don't know what to do for her or if it's best to put her down. I would post a...
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    Hey ya'll I'm new, from NC :)

    Hey everyone!! I'm from eastern North Carolina and I'm a long time chicken lover. I went through a spell where I didn't have any chickens and just recently got some more. I have 3 Brahmas (one is a rooster) and 2 red hens; well they are all still pullets right now. I'm not one that knows about...
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