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I recently found that one of my Silkie hens is a roo. I've considered breeding it with my other Silkie hens. I have three other breeds among my flock - all hens. My question is how can I ensure that my Silkie roo only fertilizes my Silkie hens? Thanks Sean Raleigh, NC

Yesterday evening, my daughter came running in the house shouting, "snake!". When I got to the coop, the Silkie was dead and a copperhead had her head in its mouth, attempting to eat her. I allow my chickens to free range while I'm home, so the door to the run was open. The silkie was about 12...

How many chickens are Raleigh residents allowed to keep by law? I'm looking for credible responses. If you're not certain, please state so in your response. Thanks Sean

Hey all, I'm in the process of getting geared up as a first time chicken raiser. I live in a ranch home on a full walk-out basement. My master bedroom (on the main level) juts out over the back yard, creating an area of 225 sq. ft. I've framed out the entire area under my bedroom, giving me...

Hey y'all. My name is Sean and I can't wait to start my suburban chicken paradise here in Raleigh, NC. I live in a ranch style home on a full walk-out basement. My bedroom juts out over my backyard, supported by 8-ft posts, which I've started converting into my chicken area (225 sq. ft.)I've...