I have an older chicken a friend gave me. Not sure of age, but probably over 2 years. She lays everyday and the last week or so, I've noticed that the yolks in her eggs are very thick. It is so thick that I can't break it up with a fork. I was wondering if this could be her age. Anyone ever...
I was thinking of putting some sevin dust (5%) in the sand where my chicks dust bathe. They are bad to peck around in the sand and I am wondering if they eat a little of it how will it affect them.
Thanks Roseraye
we have just finished our coop (8x12), our run is 20x30. I am getting 12 pullets tomorrow. ( I am so excited, the coop is my birthday present and my birthday was in Jan.) I am planning on putting them in coop at night and letting them out during day.
My question is: If I leave main big door...
I have a great coup (8x12) and a large run (20x30). I have spent so much money on both and it would cost quite a bit more if I covered my run. I plan on keeping chicks up at night and feel they will be safe. I am worried about hawks during day. Has anyone ever stretched cord across their...
I have been reading on the forums for quite some time, thought it was time to join. Seems like a great place. We (hubby and I) are in the process of building a coop. We hope to have it done by spring (if the wheather permits). We live in NE GA. We have raised chickens before. Seems our...