thanks! I work in chagrin falls, so i am familiar with mantua . nice to know i have folks close who have experience and are familiar with our weather and other local "stuff" in northeast ohio!
Thanks to all at BYC for all the coop pictures! There are some great coops out there! Being able to research so many was very helpful in designing a coop that would be best for me and my chickens!
I have been reading all the posts about bedding, wood shavings, etc and am confused! My run is a concrete/soil floor. Is sand with DE best to use? Sounds like sand makes for easy cleanup. Or should I use the shavings in the run too? Shavings seem messy for the run. I want my girls to be happy...
Thanks for the info. You had it right. The others were not letting it eat or drink. I was up most of the night trying to get the chick to eat and drink too build up its strength. It was just too weak and I lost it. Very sad to lose one. All the others are doing well so will focus on the...
Hello all! I am very excited to be a part of the BYC Community!
I am a newbie to having chickens of my own...my mom had ducks and geese growing up, and I have "chicken sat" for friends while they were away on vacation. I am thrilled to have my own girls now.
I found BYC researching "everything...