Chicken Tips - Take a Tip, Leave a Tip

[mshuey1]

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can you post pics of you chicken coop and run

 

[TheSpiceGirls]

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can you post pics of you chicken coop and run

I have a tour of my coop on my blog:
http://the-spice-girls.blogspot.com/

It's tough to photograph. I almost need to get out the big ladder and get above it for a good perspective shot. But it's 20' by 14' and 7' tall. Lots of photos on the blog which help fill in the pieces.

I'm constantly moving around the compost bin, wheel barrow, logs, etc. That seems to help keep things interesting for the girls.

 

[DraigAthar]

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Haha! Yeah, I learned that one the hard way. Put the eggs in my pockets, then leaned up against the counter in the kitchen. Smoosh. Oops.

Amy

 

[DraigAthar]

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That's a very good tip. Easier to start off with predators in mind than to assume you'll be fine and lose half your flock. We put a great deal of effort into building a predator-proof coop and run, and so far it's working out well. Keep your fingers crossed!

Amy

 

[tinydancer87]

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Haha! Yeah, I learned that one the hard way. Put the eggs in my pockets, then leaned up against the counter in the kitchen. Smoosh. Oops.

Amy

I forgot about an egg in my pocket, threw the jacket in the washing machine. Didn't even realize there was an egg in there until I pulled the jacket out and crushed eggshell pieces went all over the laundry room floor.

 

[Nic&Chickies]

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It can be as simple as "Chick, chick, chick" in that High-pitched voice we--many of us-- seem to use when talking to our pets.

Just remember, if you must use the call, the chickens will expect treats!

 

[wyododge]

If you have to closely inspect their beak for anything...

wear safety glasses.

 

[obaan1]

Unplug the incubator and use a broody. A good broody is worth her weight in gold.

 

[FarmerGrant011]

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um.. you don't need THAT many hens.

 

[AZ_HenHouse]

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Love the broody

I get to play with cute chicks whenever I want and don't have all the work