New chicks and ducklings

[jastech]

How'd, been over 20 years since I've raised poultry. Was electrocuted in 2007 so many things went down hill and put on the back burner. Now disabled and a single parent trying to make ends meet. This corvin-19 has made it worse for all. So I told my son we need eggs that we can't afford so let's raise chickens. So I used a credit card (I know, but had to) and bought 20 Delaware, 20 Golden Sex Link and 4 ducklings. There are cats all over this area, so need a rooster that'll give them what for when they come around.

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens what state do you reside in ? Hardware cloth is only thing to rain cats in

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you joined us! Do you have your coop and run built yet?

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. In my experience, a flock of hens can still intimidate a cat. Failing that, antifreeze mixed with milk does the job, apparently

Here are some helpful links:

• Great go-to resource - Articles
• Insightful feedback on how members manage their flocks - Topic of the Week back-catalogue

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[jastech]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens what state do you reside in ? Hardware cloth is only thing to rain cats in

I live in Texas now, had to move from Nebraska do to my accident. I have 2x4" square fencing that's 6' tall. I'll need to find some plastic mesh for the bottom section until the chicks are big enough.

 

[Friendly_Lurker]

Greetings! Welcome to the flock!

 

[jastech]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you joined us! Do you have your coop and run built yet?

Not yet, chicks and ducklings are in a large tub in my living room until I can build what's needed. A 70+ lady told me she use to raise them many years ago, but now doesn't and that I can have her coop. So later this week I'll try and move it. My wire fence is 6' x 100' so could put coop in middle of circle? Or should it be a rectangle?

 

[Pork Pie]

Not yet, chicks and ducklings are in a large tub in my living room until I can build what's needed. A 70+ lady told me she use to raise them many years ago, but now doesn't and that I can have her coop. So later this week I'll try and move it. My wire fence is 6' x 100' so could put coop in middle of circle? Or should it be a rectangle?

Maybe read this link to assist your decision-making - Space requirements

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!
Best Wishes & Be Well!

 

[jastech]

Should I buy a rooster that'll get big to scare the cats away? What breed should I be considering? I read that Malay roosters are very protective of their flock? How many roosters for 40 chicks or when I add more?
Thanks