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  1. FarmerGirl101

    Silkies in Fl

    Welcome to BYC! :welcome
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    Maintenance de-wormer

    My one note about worming is if you want to do it more consistently then you need to switch up what you use to worm. This is so the worms/parasites don't develop a resistance to it. I personally don't deworm mine and they don't have any issues. I will only worm if I need to.
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    Help! need hens!

    You can also check on FB or Craigslist for hens. Just make sure to quarantine before introducing them.
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    Frostbite vent

    Could the ventilation fan be introducing a draft accidentally? Also make sure there isn't any humidity as that can also increase the risk for frostbite.
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    Seashore

    Welcome to BYC! :welcome
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    Heat source. Too many opinions. Gotta quit FB.

    There is no need to a heater in the coop and it tends to do more harm than good. If you keep a heater in the coop and it fails one night, it can be detrimental to the chickens as they will be reliant on it to keep warm that if the outside temperature is much colder than the coop was thanks to...
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    Buthering First "Rooster"

    I think that is a great idea. Getting help is always a good idea
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    9 weeks old…help on gender

    At 9 weeks, 1-3 are likely cockerels. 4 I can't tell but maybe pullet and 5 and 6 are pullets.
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    Molt thats not ending.

    That isn't long. Some take longer than that. What is the protein content in the feed? Continue giving them high protein treats on the side.
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    Ivermectin - topical application?

    That won't treat mites. You'll want to use Gardstar Garden & Poultry Dust to treat mites.
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    Pale, dry comb and falling over chicken

    She is almost constantly looking up? It does seem like wry neck is a good possibility. Give her the vitamins Wryop Rock recommended. You will need to stick with it for a few weeks and give it to her daily. You will not see progress instantly but keep giving it to her.
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    7 week old silkie chickens. What sex are they?

    Do you have a picture of their wattles? It may be too early to tell though
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    Kiko the Rooster is homeless

    Agreed on posting on Craigslist and FB. He looks like a really nice Rhode Island Rooster.
  14. FarmerGirl101

    Shipped Chick Poll

    I usually lose 1-2 chickens per batch. Generally 1 in smaller ones and 2 in larger ones. I get 10-25 chicks in any given order.
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    Newly hatched chick! Breed help

    This is going to be either the RIR or the RIR cross
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    BCM??

    It is a weird time for them right now when it comes to laying. I would wait until the days get later. You can also check their vent to see if they are laying. Here is an article I found talking about this with examples and how to check...
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    Pullets wont roost

    When you first put them out in the coop they need to be taught to sleep in the coop. This means coming out right after dark and placing them in the coop (and locking them in it for the night too at times). They will learn to sleep in the coop after a while. For the roost, they will also learn...
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    BCM??

    It might be the barred rock or columbian rock. It think it is on the lighter side for the BCM. I know for a fact that this is too dark for a buff orpington as they are light in color. However, a disclaimer is I've not owned these breeds (aside from buff) so this is me just comparing the egg...
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    Buthering First "Rooster"

    The broomstick method is one way. Some do the cone method but that is better when processing broilers as it is more efficient. You just want a quick and painless death.
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    BCM??

    What breeds do you have?
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