Hi!
I’ve been using BYC as a resource for the last 6 weeks, but finally made an account to get some answers about my flock. It’s my first time with chickens and, so far, things are going really well. I have two buff orpington and three sapphire sky. We’re hoping for some hens from our straight...
Hi everyone!!
I'm new to BYC(as the header said! LOL). I'm starting my flock on June 4th when I pick up my chicks at Mt. Healthy. I'm here to learn everything I can before I pick up the babes. I've already started preparing, purchasing necessities and the coop/run is going to be build next...
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
Yes, about 4 weeks ago.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
We just got our first 4 chicks
(3) What breeds do you have?
Light Brahma, Silver Wyandotte, Gold Wyandotte, and a Rhode Island Red
(4) What are your favorite...
Hi there! I’m a new chicken mama. A month ago, I bought two silkies, 3 jersey giants and 3 cream legbars. They are all thriving and doing wonderful. I’m jumping on the hatching wagon now as well.
Today, I picked up 12 eggs to begin incubating. Some Serama/bantam mixes and some colored layers as...
My new muscovy ducklings arrive next week, and I’m finishing up their run and coop.
I was going to install a shelf in the coop for them, will they use that? We made it tall enough I can stand in it, so theoretically I could put a few rows in. If they’ll use it, how deep should it be?
Also, for...
Hi! We are Sam and Scott. We live in Northwest Michigan with our two sons and dog. We're tucked back in the woods and looking to start our flock!
We are brand new to chickens, so we are in the research phase. Currently looking at coop designs and needs for chickens.
Please give any tips on...
Hello,
Just popping in to say hi and thank you for having a place for us (new and seasoned) chicken lovers.
I’ve had my 4 girls and roo for a little over a year and still learning.
I started off with adopting 8 chicks from a local farm and 7 survived. Three ended up being Roos and 4 hens. We...
1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens? Not new but it has been a long time.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now? Zero, getting ready
(3) What breeds do you have? Speckled Sussex, Rhode Island Red, Sexlink; also rneaised some cornish cross for the freezer
(4)...
My 2 Baby Chicks are both rescues and I am new to owning chickens.
I have no idea what breeds they are. They are from two different places so I am hoping I can get some help identifying here.
So far I am enjoying watching how their personalities are. One looks to be around 4 weeks while the...
Hello everyone I'm new here as you can tell!
We are house searching and planning on getting a house in a city that allows chickens.
I used to care for my ex girlfriends mom's chickens but it's been a looooong time lol.
We are excited to get started!
If anyone has any suggestions or tips a...
Hello, I live in WA state and I’m sure everyone knows how prices are, not just here but all do the nation I’m sure. I’ve thought about getting into this Hobby/lifestyle since I have moved out of my parents, mostly due to the fact I come from small to moderate farm life. I have helped my family...
Hello! Me and my family raised chickens about 5 years ago. We moved and since then about 2 years ago we got chickens again. I cant remember all the breeds we have but we have 2 buff orpingtons 1 Wyandotte 3 sapphire gems about 5 olive Eggers and some easter Eggers i think. I also have 4...
Hello, I'm new here.
I accidentally got into ownership of chickens this last summer. 2 hens ( I don't know breeds). As of now she is 2 years old.
I don't know much so any and all help and advice would be appreciated.
Hey guys, im just starting off my adventure with button quail. Im hatching, so they will be in a brooder for a while. However, I am starting to look at cages/runs. I want to put them outside more in the summer but have them indoors during the winter due to the harsh climate. This inquiry is...
Hi everybody! I’m an avid chicken lover and mother! I’ve been raising chickens for 5 1/2 years. I love my chickens and spoil them whenever possible! I currently have 9 adult chickens.
Here’s what they are (and yes, they all have names—a MUST for me):
Stella (a mixed breed bantam, but I’m...
Hi, i'm windestroy, I had a flock of 4 baby chicken chicks, and they died, currently, I have 2 quail chicks, one white and one black, I will keep an eye on them this time
Bye
- W
Hello, I’m an expat living in Denmark. I have had chickens for just over a year now and a few weeks ago increased my flock from 3 to 7. I’m looking forward to learning lots from you all.