We have had them about 2 months, when we got them, they said that one was laying, but we haven't seen any eggs yet. They are approx 6-7 months old. They roam for a few hrs a day in the yard, and have a large coop they spend most of their time in. They have fresh water daily and eat crumble...
We just recently started with chickens. We have 3 Bufforpington hens. One has always been a little slower, won't perch, seems somewhat bloated, feathers missing around "bottom", purplish color to her belly. She still appears to eat well......any help will be wonderful. Thanks you......
I'd say a bit stinchy??? There of course is the poo odor but this is a bit extreme... I noticed it yesterday when I grabbed one to show some kids. I will look into it further when I have daylight. It is amazing that I have chickens period!!! I used to work for a radio station in NW Ark. and...
My wife made me turn the old horse shed into a coop... well, after much procrastination, I gave in and built the Hilton HenHouse.... well, maybe not that nice but for a newbie, I think it turned out pretty good for now. Still have to build a run for them next to it (chicken wire top surrounded...