I have a 6ft x 4 ft garden shed converted into a coop. There is a window which I’ve replaced the glass with chicken wire but I want to make sure the ‘ventilation’ from the window isn’t too much. How big would you recommend the ‘window’ to be without it being too cold? Thank you
Hi. Not sure if this is the correct forum but here goes.....we live in a semi-rural location and have begun getting the random firework being set off at various times. I simply wonder do we have to manage the chickens differently or do anything during the firework/bonfire night period? Thank you.
Just an update. We kept her inside for 5 days resting in a box (next to door where others could see her) after which she kept going and standing by the door wanting to go out. She’s now hobbling around and eating well. Ironically the one the used to bully her now walks with her everywhere...
We have a 21 week old hen who, whilst never being excessively active, has now gone to sitting down all day. She’s begun holding one leg up like a flamingo and limping, unable to weight bear. She’s eating and drinking well, poop normal and sits awake most of day watching the flock. I’ve checked...