I have always built my own incubators and had great success at it but I decided to buy one this year. I bought a Nurture Right 360. It has been set up since yesterday (without eggs) and is holding temp and humidity perfectly. I worry that this will not continue once I put eggs in.
Anyone use...
I am not a new member. I've been around for about 6 years. Due to relocation, I am starting a new flock.
I am excited to get started!
Anyone raising english orpingtons?
I saw someone mention this on another thread but now I've lost the thread and can't find it by searching. Anyone have experience with this? And if so, what kind of set up do you use?
I have a 10 month old BO rooster who suddenly cannot stand without falling over. He shuffles around on both feet. He is eating and drinking when placed in front of him.
Meet the McFlockersons!
They don't all have names yet but boy are they growing fast!
They currently live all together in a little chicky condo (plastic tote/tub) while their cabin in the woods is under construction.
I am a new chicken owner.
I have five BO chicks just over a week old and one who is almost two weeks old. I have had them for one week. They are typically very active; alternating between sleeping 30-45 minutes, eating playing and sleeping again.
This morning I noticed that my youngest...
So I went to feed Dumplin this morning and he bit me! Dumplin is a commercial rescue. He flew off the back of a commercial truck on the highway and my dad brought him home. He wasjust a chick...about 4-6 weeks old and pretty beat up. He still walks with a slight limp and doesnt roost.
Any...
Hi all...I am new to this forum and kind of new to raising chicks. I am getting 6 Buff Orpington chicks this week. I have read many threads/posts on chick care but was hoping that you guys would be kind enough to help me with some pointers that will give my chicks the best chance at growing...
Newbie from North Alabama! I have never owned backyard chickens but I did grow up on a commercial chicken farm. (YUCK). I am excited about getting my first batch of baby chicks (buff orps) in the next week or two.