Indiana 2010 Chickenstock-2011 NEWS!!

[CoopCrazy]

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I know alot of folks who have both Guineas and Chickens and havent had any problems... I would say it would be easier to integrate if they were raised together but if you are wanting to add some to your flock then i would just fiollow normal integration rules.. Place the gunieas in a safe enclosure where the chickens can see and hear them but not harm them.. I like to leave them this way for atleast a week.. Then you can try to integrate.. With gunieas I would personally try to keep them all in the coop for atleast a week after integration as gunieas are known to "fly the coop" moreso then chickens... I am guessing your friend saw the guiineas trying to mate the hens and became concerned ..,. I can see where a guinea could harm a hen as their beaks are slightly different to a chickens....

 

[Schultz]

Good morning!! Yep CC it's 2 weeks away!!
I wanted to post a quick item, I am not sure how long I will be online today.
I just want to make sure you all know that Dr. Beth will not be here to treat birds, she will be here to enjoy the day like the rest of us. I am sure she won't mind questions, she is a very sweet lady but please, let's not try to overwhelm her.

On another note...I want to use this opportunity to also remind everyone of the danger that heat can bring to all animals including chickens. If at all possible, make sure your birds have plenty of shade and cool water to drink. Some ideas that have helped us are ice cubes in their waterers and frozen treats like fruit and veggies.

Have a great day everyone, we should be back later!

 

[CoopCrazy]

I cant wait to talk to Dr. Beth .. I havent met an avain vet before...

 

[chseeads]

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I don't know they will be suitably big enough by then or not.... I do have over 30 that are at least 3 weeks old now. What do you think?

 

[chseeads]

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It depends. My guineas liked to lunge at my chickens and pull their feathers out.

I ended up putting peepers on my guineas. They still live with the chickens, but they are all wearing peepers.





Also, an adendum to what I posted I would/could have......


I forgot to say that I still have a few mini rex bunnies, a white and brown spotted one, and a reddish brown one - $10 each, and a black one that has a problem with its left eye, for Free.

I may also have a few coturnix chicks too.

 

[CoopCrazy]

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I don't know they will be suitably big enough by then or not.... I do have over 30 that are at least 3 weeks old now. What do you think?

Thats ok I ended up finding a ahtchery that had a cancellation so they sould them to me cheap ...

 

[k2chickens]

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hey china, where did you get your white silkies from? im in the market for another pullet.

The 2 week old chicks I have right now came from cjexotics. They are such pretty babies too, very sweet natured. I love that no matter which one I pick up, the moment I set them down on my chest, they go straight to sleep. They snuggle right up and close their eyes. Real sweethearts. My older Silkie chicks (there are 3), I got their parents last year from Cackle. Sweet little birds.

I would be interested in the 2 week olds from cj's seeing they are bearded. How many do you have and what are you looking to get/trade for them? How many whites are their if I havent already stated that's all I raise are whites so that's what I'm after.

 

[k2chickens]

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Got any whites? If so where are they from? Lmk, thanks

 

[chicken_china_mom]

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The 2 week old chicks I have right now came from cjexotics. They are such pretty babies too, very sweet natured. I love that no matter which one I pick up, the moment I set them down on my chest, they go straight to sleep. They snuggle right up and close their eyes. Real sweethearts. My older Silkie chicks (there are 3), I got their parents last year from Cackle. Sweet little birds.

I would be interested in the 2 week olds from cj's seeing they are bearded. How many do you have and what are you looking to get/trade for them? How many whites are their if I havent already stated that's all I raise are whites so that's what I'm after.

I have 7 white Silkies from cjexotics, all bearded. Bunch of cuties! I have all 7 sitting on my chest right now, lol. I am asking $8 each and they will be 4 weeks old exactly at the time of chickenstock. I love these birds, they are soooooooo sweet!

 

[CoopCrazy]

I just cant stop being excited .. Its getting sooo close