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[melliemel]

Hello, my name is Mel and I live in Central Illinois. I am a certified veterinary technician at the Uofi, in the ER. I have wanted chickens for a while now. I want them for eggs. I am looking for any helpful information before I get the chickens. I want to be well educated before making the commitment to the chickens. I want to make sure that I can give them the best care that I can.

 

[CarpCharacin]

Welcome to BYC! We're glad you decided to join our wonderful community!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello, Mel, and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[ClucksAndCombs]

Welcome to BYC, Mel!

Feel free to ask questions, there are so many wonderful and knowledgeable people who will answer them

Good luck with your flock!

 

[Callender Girl]

You will gain a wealth of information from BYC and find there are always people willing to help you here, no matter how "odd" you think your question might be. I think you have a leg up because of your educational training, although nothing can prepare you for everything that happens when you become a chicken owner.

I applaud you for being a vet tech in an ER; that must be both rewarding and heartbreaking.

Welcome, Mel, to BYC and the wonderful world of poultry! Let us know when you get chickens and what you get. New flocks are always exciting.

 

[equine chick]

Hi Mel! I’m a Mel too. My friends call me Mel Mel. Welcome! I did the same thing, I devoured information before I first got chickens. I think it was 7 months before I ordered chickens. Good luck and welcome

 

[Cadence A Waller]

Welcome to BYC! You have definitely come to the right place to find knowledge about chickens! Good luck in starting your flock!

 

[N F C]

Hi Mel, make yourself at home here. Thanks for joining us!

 

[Wee Farmer Sarah]

Hi Mel, welcome to BYC! Happy to have you join us on the roost. This is the very best place to learn and share. Good luck with your chicken quest.

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC.
We are glad you joined this flock!
Jump right in and make yourself at home.


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