This is my first year having chickens. One of my hens (she is 9 months old) went missing last night. I searched and searched but couldn't find her. This morning she was sitting by my sliding glass door! She is very lame in the left leg; will barely put any weight on it. She also has a...
This is our first year having chickens. We bought 6 chicks from Tractor Supply in February and they all did great. They're out in their coop now, laying well, healthy. No problems whatsoever. I like our chickens so much I decided to get some more chicks this fall. Of course TSC doesn't have...
I'm thinking of adding some pullets (just about to start laying) to my flock. I understand they should be quarantined for 30 days. I have a couple of questions regarding this:
Do the same space requirements/minimums (2 square feet per bird) apply even if they're only going to be in there for...