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[ronott1]

Quote: I really like your setup!

 

[cherylcohen]

I really like your setup!

THANKS

After using many different types of brooders, grow outs etc... I'm really happy with the functionality on this new setup

We added moveable walls too so to accomodate extra age groups

 

[juststruttin]

Thanks Ron and Cheryl on your feedback on the EG. I will give mine a try.

I just had two brooders built and was kicking myself for not making em taller. They are 2' tall and when I put the light in its only 1' off the floor. I worry about fires, etc. I think the reptile bulb will ease my fears. I really love this group. I get all my problems solved, Well maybe not all my problems.. but I am not going there .... LOL

 

[cherylcohen]

Thanks Ron and Cheryl on your feedback on the EG. I will give mine a try.

I just had two brooders built and was kicking myself for not making em taller. They are 2' tall and when I put the light in its only 1' off the floor. I worry about fires, etc. I think the reptile bulb will ease my fears. I really love this group. I get all my problems solved, Well maybe not all my problems.. but I am not going there .... LOL

My reptile bulb is only 8 inches off the ground - you'll be fine

 

[MrsMoonCat]

@Cheryl, I really like what you've done. The moveable walls is a great idea. I did something similar with my breeding pen panels so I can go from a pair, to a trio or more fairly easily. I'm always changing things around.

@Deann, I really like my EG too - but only inside or when it isn't overly cold outside. I am another fan of the reptile bulbs. In my big brooder outside (one of those fiberglass fruit truck bins) I use both the EG and the bulbs - at opposite corners. Birdies have options

I also agree about this being a great group. I have learned a lot just lurking and reading what others are dealing with. Plus I have made some lovely friends.

 

[juststruttin]

My reptile bulb is only 8 inches off the ground - you'll be fine

I have chicks hatching now and I was planning to put them in the new brooders (in the barn) in 10 days. I want to use the EG a try but am afraid it may not be warm enough in the barn. I like the idea of supplementing with the Reptile light. Thanks!

 

[cherylcohen]

I have chicks hatching now and I was planning to put them in the new brooders (in the barn) in 10 days. I want to use the EG a try but am afraid it may not be warm enough in the barn. I like the idea of supplementing with the Reptile light. Thanks!

I guarantee you the EG will not be warm enough...you must supplement... from experience

 

[juststruttin]

Good, I will give the EG with the reptile back up a shot and let you know how it goes!!! Any Jules, yes.. I totally agree. I have made some great friends on here too and looking forward to making more.

 

[cherylcohen]

I'm always changing things around.

My nickname is "Helen Keller's MOTHER" sorry this is in such poor taste... I got the nickname because I love changing furniture all the time

Poor chickens, as we know they are creatures of habit...well they are constantly confused at my house!

 

[ronott1]

Quote: Yes! I had a small coop in the layer yard that I move out. It took them several days to get back to the normal number of eggs!