Brand new to backyard chicken raising

[Kim from Upstate New York]

Hi Everyone!

I just purchased 6 chickens and 6 ducks from my local Tractor Supply store 10 weeks ago. I am brand new to raising backyard chickens and ducks and could use all the advice I can get! I am getting so much enjoyment out of my new flock and hope to keep them happy and healthy. I thought that this seemed to be an excellent place to get advice from. I live in upstate New York where the weather can sometimes be challenging but we built a beautiful coop and secure run with a roof so they can be safe and dry. I'm so excited to raise these chicks and ducks!!

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Welcome, this is the place to be if you enjoy poultry, lots of great information, lots of discussions, and people who just like discussing their animals and lives. Hopefully you can find some great ideas, and answers to any questions you may have. Keeping poultry in my opinion is the best possible hobby ever.

 

[drumstick diva]

Thank you for joining us at Backyard chickens Kim, hope you will enjoy it as much as we do.

 

[theoldchick]

Howdy! A new coop? Show us!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello Kim and welcome to BYC

You'll find lots of info in the Learning Centre - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/learning-center.11/ and if you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/270925/find-your-states-thread#post_3239224

All the best

CT

 

[Kiki]

Welcome aboard!
We are glad you joined our flock.
This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

Get settled in and share some pics of your flock!

 

[Kim from Upstate New York]

Howdy! A new coop? Show us!

Here is our coop!

 

[theoldchick]

Here is our coop!View attachment 1063850 View attachment 1063851 View attachment 1063852 View attachment 1063853

Oh, that's nice!