INTRODUCTION

[BLACKCATFARM]

I AM FAIRLY NEW AT RAISING CHICKENS. I HAVE 5 WYANDOTTES, 5 AMERAUCANAS AND 4 RHODE ISLAND REDS. I HAVE A WYANDOTTE THAT HAS BEEN MOLTING FOR A LITTLE OVER 2 MONTHS. IS THIS NORMAL?
THANKS FOR ANY ADVICE,
PATTIE

 

[Hybridchucks]

Very normal Nice breeds! And welcome to BYC

 

[N F C]

Hi Pattie, it's nice to have you here!

 

[Meg-in-MT]

Welcome aboard! I agree with @Hybridchucks

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi Pattie and welcome to BYC

Here’s a link to the Articles section - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/ There you’ll find lots of information on almost every aspect of keeping chickens - from coop building ideas, to incubating eggs.

There’s a link on the page above to the Learning Centre - it’s a great resource. If you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive


You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - Find Your State Thread


Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Smuvers Farm]

Glad you're here Pattie!

A must have for your poultry is a FIRST AID KIT for any issues that would arise. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/suggestions-for-a-first-aid-kit.1150128/)
It's definitely better to have it and not need it rather than need it and not have it.

Also, make sure your coop(s) have a proper amount of VENTILATION. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...-there-and-cut-more-holes-in-your-coop.47774/) Your chickens will absolutely thank you for it!

One last thing, if you're into gardening, feel free to join this years SEED SWAP (https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/seed-swap.1220129/)

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.

This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

CURRENT COOP CONTEST click here >>#1

 

[ronott1]

Welcome to backyard Chickens!

They look so funny when the molt

 

[007Sean]

I AM FAIRLY NEW AT RAISING CHICKENS. I HAVE 5 WYANDOTTES, 5 AMERAUCANAS AND 4 RHODE ISLAND REDS. I HAVE A WYANDOTTE THAT HAS BEEN MOLTING FOR A LITTLE OVER 2 MONTHS. IS THIS NORMAL?
THANKS FOR ANY ADVICE,
PATTIE

Howdy Pattie Happyto have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!
Pattie, I know I'm old and hard of hearing but "DO YOU HAVE TO YELL AT ME!!!? jk

 

[sourland]

Hi, Pattie, welcome to BYC. It's pretty normal to molt over a period of time. Some do so, and others blow all of their feathers in a period of days.