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  1. mikecnorthwest

    purchase coop, new york city area

    My only suggestion is to check craigslist if you want a prebuilt. Be very, very careful about ordering any coop over the net or off ebay. They are notoriously flimsy, poorly designed, and much smaller than the pictures make them look. Personally I think you're better off using that money to...
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    4 square feet per chicken?

    4 sq.ft. per bird in the house is very generous. Many people have 2-3 sq.ft. in the house with no problems at all. The run is where they spend the majority of their time so just make sure they have enough room in the run.
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    Omega - 3?

    Most articles I've read about Omega 3 says that the beneficial form comes from fish sources, not the flaxseed or plant based form. So really, in my opinion, the Omega 3 in layer feed is just a gimmick. You're better off just eating fish. I think eggs are healthy enough and don't need to be...
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    Started on new non-gmo food!

    Well, a quick google search found this on Rumorskiller which seems to call in to question the credibility of this information. Lots of junk science seems to make it into the public domain without any scientific peer review. Of course I don't know how accurate Rumorskiller is either but I...
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    Layer or Grower

    Assuming they are all the same age and should start laying soon, go ahead and switch them all.
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    Best type of feeder?

    I used a homemade plastic bucket feeder for years and never liked the amount of spillage. A couple of months ago I bought a Little Giant metal feeder and love it. Some things are worth spending a little money on, and frankly, it's not that much money considering how long you'll have it.
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    So what is everyone paying for their chicken food?

    16.99/bag Purina Layena at the Wilco in Battle Ground, WA.
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    What feed to feed my hens?

    I agree with the above... your hens are spent. I replaced 5 hens over the winter who were almost 3 years old. All my new hens are now producing good hard-shelled eggs on Purina Layena.
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    sod trays

    I'm glad you posted an update.... I was thinking about building mine in the next week or so.
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    DIY feed without corn

    Magill Ranch produces corn free chicken feeds. You would need to check on availability in your area. http://www.magillranch.com/Cascade-Feeds.html
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    Is it okay to use a rusty water dispenser?

    I'm sure it's fine if that's all you have. Personally I'm not a big fan of using hand me down equipment. If you can afford a new waterer then I would get one when you have a chance. If not, then just use what you have and don't sweat it.
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    what kind and when yo change feeds

    You don't need to give them grit if you're just feeding the chick starter. As for medicated feed, you can feed medicated chick starter/grower up until laying age when you switch over to layer feed. If you don't want to do that, just finish out what you have left of the medicated and then...
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    Need help sorting out all the advice of what to feed Chickens!

    I would keep it simple and just feed them commercial feed as their primary feed source. Chick starter up until laying age and then layer pellets. You can supplement with table scraps or fresh greens if you want. You could also throw them some scratch grains once a day.
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    Our Coop Is About Done

    That's an awesome coop.
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    Eglu Cube by Omlet

    I think most everyone who has an Eglu loves it and I wouldn't say it's only for "first timers". The only comment I remember reading about assembly is that you should budget more time than what is recommended. Other than that I haven't read any complaints about how they go together. You'll...
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    What to feed new chicks?

    We feed medicated chick starter until laying age and then switch to layer pellets. Totally a personal choice whether or not to feed medicated or not, and for how long.
  17. mikecnorthwest

    Coop Builders - Advice needed

    Hate to say it but this is about more than a chicken coop and you probably already know it. He apparently could care less about your opinion because he didn't use the plans you purchased and he purposely built it while you were away even after you explicitly told him not to. Not sure what your...
  18. mikecnorthwest

    New Coop from Ebay, need tips for improving.

    The coop you bought is one of many cheap online coops that people have many problems with. I think the primary issues are they're very small, they're poorly constructed, and the cheap wood tends to warp and crack after the first rainy season. My only advice is to use wood sealer every year to...
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    Finally Got some Purina® Layena® Plus Omega-3 SunFresh® Recipe

    Are you saying the shell is pale yellow, the egg white, or the yolk? Personally I think the omega 3 is just a sales gimmick. I also read somewhere that the omega 3 used in this recipe is not the same omega 3 that studies have found to be beneficial. If I recall correctly the beneficial omega...
  20. mikecnorthwest

    Tractor vs. Permanent coop?

    From the posts I have read over the years I would say that a lot of people quickly outgrow their tractors or they don't find them very convenient. I'm a big fan of the walk-in coop. Makes life much easier.
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