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As stated previously, each chicken can be quite different. I had a Buff Orpington who was a total sweetheart and a Lavender Orpington who started out sweet but changed when she moved up the pecking order. The Lavender got so mean she actually grew spurs! Big ones! She terrorized the newest...

I recently saw an article that suggested using twine to discourage airborne predators. It can be randomly strung across an open area to disrupt the flight pattern of hawks. If the area isn't too large, it's an inexpensive easy fix. My girls have about 100 ft by 60 ft of open area for free...

I thought about that. They know how to use the perch and start off on it. One even sticks with it for a short while after everyone else moves to the ledge. I was kind of hoping getting another hen or two would teach them without stressing them out as much as human interference. Still, might give...

I have 4 pullets who will be reaching their maturity in another 3 weeks, so about 19 weeks old. They forage well, eat well, greet me easily, and are quick to put my little miniature poodle in her place if she gets too curious. They do occasionally fly over their fence to do a walk about where...

Great article. Nice to see egg production included and that rare breeds were included.

Well, you certainly learn something new every day. I thought I had heard it all when I recently learned that chickens can vomit. Found that little gem out on an episode of Critter Fixers.

Excellent article. Great pictures.

Excellent article! Very thorough. Got some very good ideas for my newest flock of chicks. Finally got to put the dog pen to good use, since the dogs made a joke of it. Even used the dog gates for a cover. The chicks are certainly enjoying "flying" from one end to the other. Appreciate all the...

Great article! Love the questions. Had to laugh at more than a few of them. And, no I won't disclose my score. I will say I won't be crossing the road. lol

Good article. I've often wondered about how to deal with dirty eggs. Wash and use right away, don't wash until you're ready to use??? The only dirty eggs I get are eggs with poop on them. Seems to precede reproductive problems such as soft shelled eggs and a dramatic decrease in production...

:frowWelcome to BYC! Always glad to see new ppl on the VA thread. Wish I could help you out with used items, but I'm a pretty good ways from you. Hope you find someone close by who has some useable things. Maybe the ppl you are getting your chicks from can help. Lots of good help on here with...

Wow! Very informative. I had thought the smell would be too much to keep them in the house and wondered if it was too cold in my shed or the basement. Really interesting read. Thanks for taking the time to write such complete instructions.

There is very little food at my house that actually goes in the trash. The chickens and the dogs get leftovers and scraps. Though one dog has pancreatitis, so his diet is limited. But, I do have a hard time thinking of scraps or leftovers of vegetables as "treats" for the chickens, unless treats...

Sometimes it can be the browser you are using. I can't get the reviews on KAF website using Google Chrome. I have to switch to either Microsoft Edge or Firefox.

I have a buff Orpington and a lavender Orpington. Mu buff goes broody two to three times a year for going on 5 yrs. The lavender has never gone broody. As a matter of fact, last year she grew a set of spurs that would rival any roosters. She's also pretty mean:) Don't know if buffs are more...

:welcomeThis really is a great group of people. Not afraid to ask questions and share failures as well as successes. And, of course, recipes! King Arthur is a big favorite with lots of folks on this thread. Hope you enjoy your time here!

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I second that Aria, I've had mine for 40 yrs. Still going strong. Had it repaired once within the first yr I had it. Got shorted out from a lightening strike. It was repaired for free and it's not stopped working since.

They have come a long way with battery operated tools. I bought myself an Ego 56v 21 in lawn mower last year and only once, when it was really hot, did I have to pay someone to mow my yard. My big problem with gas mowers was starting them and having to keep up with maintaining them. When I...

OMG! Those look sooooo good! Darn it, now I want pizza and I don't have cheese. :th