Hello from Michigan

[007Sean]

Howdy, and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[500Chickens]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[Debbie292d]

Hiya, and welcome to BYC! We're glad you're here!

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC!
What sort of wages does one make when employed by standard poodles, or is it a volunteer type position?
I'd love to see a photo of your boss.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! We're very happy to have you with us!

 

[Tookie]

Welcome! Nice to meet you.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

Best wishes on this new chicken adventure! If you have any questions about anything along the way, be sure to ask.

Welcome to our community!

 

[Hillbilly Hen]

Hi and welcome to BYC. I'm also in Michigan. Have you heard of hoop runs? They are nice for the Michigan winters. Cover with a tarp or heavy plastic and the snow slides off.

 

[triciayoung]

Welcome. i get it...I have 24 bosses, 23 chickens and an Akita.

The biggest advice we can give you that we all agree about is do not buy a premanufactured coop. I grew up in Plymouth. Here are some easy to remember things:


1/2 inch hardware cloth is your best friend. Securely cover any holes an inch or greater.
As long as you can keep it secure, bigger is always better...Coop and run. Space solves so many issues; boredom, illness, fighting, etc..
Get a coop you can stand up in.