My suggestion with the ramp is to remove it. They can get in and out without the ramp. I had the same problem with my chickens and once i removed it all was well. With getting them to lay in the boxes, I put 2 golf balls in the nest boxes and they started laying in them. I hope this helps..
I would think it depends on the type of chickens you have. Bantams might need to be a little lower than for a standard size. I have standards and the roost is about 30 inches off the floor. Hope this helps.
I just did my first bumble foot surgery this morning. Went very well. These chickens are my buddies, so I was concerned about hurting her. After getting all my supplies(e-xacto knife, gauze, anti septic, etc) the procedure went extremely well. It took about 20 minutes and she was a trooper...
I have a 3 1/2 month old polish. The crest seems to be falling to one side and pushing down the eyelid. No feathers are in the eye, just the weight of the crest seems to be causing her to "wipe" her eye on her wing. Any suggestions?
I bought the same ones you are choosing other than the Rhode Island Red. I got a New Hampshire Red. They are all buddies. Neat colors on each. I also got a Polish. It's been a lot of fun watching the different personalities..
I think I read that putting Sevin in a paper bag large enough for your chickens. Put the chicken in the bag with the head held outside. Close the bag around the chickens neck and shake the bag to get the dust all over the chicken. I'm sure someone will let us know if this is not effective.