That is the ages of my birds now.
How long did the process take? I have been putting them next to each other but no touching, for over a week. I am a little apprehensive about the next step. Also, my yard is not conducive to free ranging.
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Nice..VERY NICE!!!!! I have a small coop now and see how in the very near future it will be way too small. Yours is a nice size.....and can you say LUXURIOUS!!!
Hey All,
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Hey there,
Don't know if you ever found a local supply of DE, but McLeod's in Huntersville,NC has it. They also carry Countryside Organic feeds. I am in Charlotte and it is a 30 minute drive for me.
15915 Davidson Concord RD
Huntersville, NC 28078
704 906 1376