I'm pretty new to this chicken business, but I have 1 (approx. 5 months old) rooster and he will be getting "processed" this Sunday at an operation about 30 minutes from my house. I haven't had any problems with him, but I have a neighbor that has 3 roosters and the sound of those boys "working...
Thanks for the encouragement! Your insight on the Buckeye personality helps, my other babes were MUCH more active; these ladies are super chill.
Any advice on how to integrate the little kids with the big kids? I am comfortable with them staying outside with the older ones during the day, we...
I went to a local feed store to get advice on what to do with my RIR roo (I don't think I want a boy) and ended up with 3 Buckeye pullets (about 3 weeks, they don't have their downy feathers anymore). So, this is my first go around with chickens and any and all advice is welcome. I now have 6...
I've just gotten my first chicks (6) and my husband and I are in the process of finishing up our coop in the back. I love just watching the ladies scratch and peck and get to know their "Chicken-ness". :)
I look forward to reading others experiences and sharing my own in chicken rearing... I...