Introduction

[Sgtpatrick]

good morning! I just recently got into chickens and ducks about 8 months ago and my girls are finally laying! It was a rough winter for the flock! I started with 6 chicks out of a straight run and ended up with 2 hens and a rooster. My golden retriever broke into the coop and that’s why the other three died. That problem has been fixed though. I now have 35 hens and 3 roosters and will start breeding soon. Just bought an incubator Last night I also have 13 little ducks, 6 goats, 2 pot bellied pigs and she actually just had 8 babies! Man was that an experience lol. 4 dogs, 3 cats and 3 rabbits. And an old Russian tortoise who loves strawberries! Lol im 28 from Indiana. Spent 10 years on active duty in the army and was medically separated. Now I’m just trying to build up my own little homestead. I live in an old farm house with just under two acres but I’m hoping to be able to buy some of the field around me! Not very familiar with the breeds of chickens yet but once I am, I’ll let you guys know what I have! still trying to think of a name for my farm! Lol

 

[ChickenGirl555]

Wow! You must be really busy! I’m kind of jealous! I only have 6 chickens and 3 acres in Southern WI. I would love to see some pics of your chickens and animals! Welcome to BYC, we’re glad to have you!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy Happy to have you join the family. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

 

[Lazy Farmer]

good morning! I just recently got into chickens and ducks about 8 months ago and my girls are finally laying! It was a rough winter for the flock! I started with 6 chicks out of a straight run and ended up with 2 hens and a rooster. My golden retriever broke into the coop and that’s why the other three died. That problem has been fixed though. I now have 35 hens and 3 roosters and will start breeding soon. Just bought an incubator Last night I also have 13 little ducks, 6 goats, 2 pot bellied pigs and she actually just had 8 babies! Man was that an experience lol. 4 dogs, 3 cats and 3 rabbits. And an old Russian tortoise who loves strawberries! Lol im 28 from Indiana. Spent 10 years on active duty in the army and was medically separated. Now I’m just trying to build up my own little homestead. I live in an old farm house with just under two acres but I’m hoping to be able to buy some of the field around me! Not very familiar with the breeds of chickens yet but once I am, I’ll let you guys know what I have! still trying to think of a name for my farm! Lol

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[MrsMistyReal]

Welcome aboard to BYC family gr8 people tons of information loads of fun enjoy shake your tail feathers

Sorry for your loss. How's St.Patricks Farms

 

[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

The 9th Annual BYC Easter Hatchalong!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC

You can post pics of mystery breeds on this forum -
What Breed Or Gender is This?

 

[Joeschooks]

Hello and welcome to the site! I’m sorry you got off to a rough start with your chicken keeping.

 

[Plip]

Sounds like you're well on your way to a great homestead!

Welcome to BYC! Glad you're here!

 

[ChickenGirl555]

As porkpieken pointed out, there is a "What is the breed/gender?" section where many helpful BYC members can point out what breeds you have!