Finally decided to quit lurking

[MissLillyBelle]

Hi there,

I've benefited a ton from reading the forums here so I decided to make it official.

Have had chickens two different times, most recently starting 2 years ago when our neighbors moved and bequeathed us theirs.

Due to a recent possum attack, we have only one gold laced wyandotte (Rosie) at the moment and I'm in the decision making process of what to do next re: more chicken? ducks? How can we build a better coop to keep everyone safe? I figured this was a great resource to help me with these decisions.

I also love gardening and baking and long distance running!

Happy to be here!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.
We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

This video will help you learn how to navigate this site (how to upload photos too):

Coop Ideas:
Chicken Coops.

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[AllenK RGV]

Welcome to BYC! https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/chicken-coops.12/ takes you straight to our coop section, hopefully this gives you a few ideas for a coop, bonus fact build it bigger then ya can go on acquiring more I would definately get more but that is me, chicken are social critters, but if you and your chicken are happy with the current arrangment then that is fine too!

 

[mviera101]

Welcome.. I say more chickens ! one is a lonely number, you are in the right place to have all your questions, problems and concerns answered!

 

[drumstick diva]

Thank you for joining us at Backyard Chickens. I was not much of a runner but used to walk from 75 to 100 miles a week as a walker. I have the "over use "injuries as proof.

 

[N F C]

Sorry for the losses you've had. Adding skirting around a coop will help stop digging predators, hot wire and a sturdy covered run will also help protect a flock.

Maybe it's just me but I think it best to keep chicken with chickens, ducks with ducks, etc. Dietary and housing may be different for different animals.

Best of luck!

 

[AllenK RGV]

Is is possible for you to post us some pictures of your current coop?

You may not need to start from scratch.

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC. I hope that you enjoy your time here.

This is a useful link to take a look at - “How to...” guides. You may wish to consider including your location under your avatar (using the guide in the link above). You can use this link to contact members in your area - U.S. States

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Sequel]

Hey! Hi! Glad you joined, I'm sure you'll get some ideas on how to proceed with your chickening! Welcome and good luck!