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Hey all. I am going to start accumulating stuff. Got a line on skids for free. Started a new job that makes pet supplies. He mentioned rabbits. I thought about those too. I don't want those because they spend their whole life in a cage and don't get to be rabbits like in the wild. Chickens would...

Well, I've thought about it. It isn't just the coop. It is the feed, the upkeep, the whole ball of wax. We talked last night. I understand now. I agree. Money is so tight right now. And probably will get worse with the taxes and all. I just love watching them so much, and hearing their clucking...

Thank you all so much. The husband of one of my friends is going to keep an eye out for some pallets for me. The only building we have is the shed. It is his domain. No room for chickens in there. I am going to go out in the man cave later, and take a look around. There is a lot of stuff in...

I am heartbroken. Hubby says after months of talking about chickens, that we can't afford a coop. We were planning on building our own. He is quite good at that stuff. I have never built anything. I am pretty sure we have enough stuff lying around to make a coop for 15 chickens. They can't be...

Thanks for the heads up Reesepoultry. How do you know what to look for? Deb

I called Tractor Supply and they use Mt. Healthy Hatchery. I called them and they are sending me a catalogue. Rather a chick magazine!! I talked to the lady and asked what she suggested. Told her I want to start off kinda small. I will drive there to get them, but pretty much think I am going to...

I called Tractor Supply today. They told me the hatchery they use. I will call them tomorrow to see about small orders. I only plan on a few to get started. Thinking now I will go with RIR's for the large eggs and being a tad noisy. We live in a rural area pretty much. Not a subdivision. But I...

Jeez, I shouldn't of looked at this thread. I was just gonna get Buckeyes. I guess I will have to do some more research...Hope the chicken math doesn't kick in too bad. This will be the first time in years I've had chickens. Looking forward to getting started. Only had them once since I was a...

Hi All. I don't have chickens yet. We will this spring. Had them once and loved it. Looking forward to getting them full time now. The reason I am chiming in is because when I was a kid on the farm in Kentucky, we had chickens. A lady up the road gave me a chick, and I loved that thing. It...

Hey. It's me again, with a stupid question..... Just dawned on me that when they hatch with out the Momma Hen sitting on them, that I have no idea what they eat. Not sure what I thought happened when the Momma Hen was sitting on them. Can they eat chicken feed right from the start or what...

Hey All. Good news about getting your eggs ljblue! Must be a good feeling. I am getting excited about starting with my chickens in the spring! Welcome reneeisme. I live in the Cincinnati area of Ohio. All stay warm and Happy New Year. Deb of DebFred

I can't wait to get my chickens. I keep looking at the spot where we are going to put the coop. Sigh......

You guys are all great. I told Fred that I had posted asking about the great question. Told him I could hardly wait to see what you all had to say, and that none of you thought I was well, special. He just looked real puzzled and asked why I posted that. Told me I should have Googled it.... I...

Okay, please do not throw stuff at me. The Fred part of DebFred asked me a question I wasn't sure how to answer. I know you don't have to have a rooster to get eggs, but if you want chicks, you need a rooster. Fred asked me how the Rooster and Hen makes chicks. I know the rooster will mount...

Is that the old feed mill by UDF? That is where we bought chicks years ago. A good experience for us. We will build our own coop. Have stuff we can repurpose and save money. Does he carry other stuff like the hardware cloth or what ever that is called? Wonder if he would be able to get the...

We live in Goshen. You know where that is?

Thanks for the warm welcomes!

Thank you all so much for the input. I am loving this forum.

Hi All, I will be starting raising chickens in the spring. We live in the Cincinnati area of Ohio. I would like to know what kind to get to start with. I will start for eggs at first to get in the swing of things, then increase when we start raising for meat. I prefer a non-white chicken. No...

Thanks for the information. The ads don't really bother me. I just thought I could see more about the other BYC's here for some reason. I love this site, by the way. A lot of information, and a lot of fun to boot!! Deb