Beginner chicken keeper

[Flyingdon]

Here is my new flock, (8) 4 week old straight run buff orpington chicks. I’m a retired electrician and so far I really enjoy this. If I don’t understand things my daughter has a master’s in biology with a thesis on doves so she can help explain. I built a teeter totter and some natural perches they seem to like, I put out water, medicated starter grower feed, a chick stick, and chick grit. I also have a 10’x10’ chain link enclosed pen and a nest box outdoors when the weather gets better. I’m going to need help, so thanks in advance, i’ve already got a few questions like about red butt, I’ll try to get a picture. Fun adventure I’m happy to begin.

 

[N F C]

Hello, thanks for joining us! Make yourself at home!

 

[DuckDuckSook]

Welcome! Chickens are so much fun! Enjoy them while they are little. They seem to grow up so fast!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. Here are some helpful links:

• Great go-to resource - Articles
• Space requirements
• Find other BYC members nearby using the links in my signature, below (turn your phone to landscape to see them).

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[416bigbore]

Hello and welcome to BYC, You found an Awesome poultry Forum to be a part of with many great knowledgeable members who are more then willing to jump in and help you with any questions you may have.

 

[KingD]

Hello and welcome to BYC

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck with your flock.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!

I hope you enjoy it here as much as we do!

 

[fuentemoon]

Hello and welcome!