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[Blue Raptor]

Hi, I'm Rachel and I am a brand new chicken owner! I have had my 6 girls for 2 weeks and because I got them from a breeder the age range is 2-5 weeks. I have four silkies, an Olive Egger and a Black Copper Marans. I live in a suburban area right outside Detroit in Michigan but my city allows up to 6 hens. I am so excited for this journey and I already love my little ladies so much! They're currently in a brooder in my basement. I made the switch from pine shavings to sand earlier this week and so far I am VERY happy. I would LOVE to get some recommendations for best feeders and waterers for when I eventually have them in their coop. Would love to know the reasons WHY people love certain ones! I have a small Tractor Supply coop and am building a 5x15 run that will be attached.

Welcome to BYC!!

 

[Kenneth Zweerink]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens. Thank's for Sharing the picture's. And a Big Hello from Eastern Nebraska!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy, Rachel and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[DotToDot]

Welcome! For feeders and waterers, there’s metal gadgets that allow you to screw on a mason jar filled with water or feed, and stick upside down. You can get them online or at farm stores. Thanks for joining!

 

[DotToDot]

Welcome! For feeders and waterers, there’s metal gadgets that allow you to screw on a mason jar filled with water or feed, and stick upside down. You can get them online or at farm stores. Thanks for joining!

Oops- I meant for chicks. I didn’t see the part about them being in the coop. Oh well.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

Aww...your babies are adorable! Thanks for sharing. If you have any questions about your chicks along the way, be sure to ask. Welcome to our community!

 

[Idaho Chicken Bungalow]

Welcome to the coop! I use the Forums and Articles tabs at the top of the page to do research. You can get lost for hours. It's nice to know you are minutes away from getting help with questions and emergencies! I always check in the "What's New" section as well at the top of this page. This way I can read how I may have a similar question or help give some advice.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hello, and welcome to BYC! It's very nice to meet you! Please make yourself at home!

 

[triciayoung]

Welcome. I was born and raised in Plymouth Michigan.

 

[rjohns39]

Hi Rachel and welcome to BYC We're so happy you've decided to join us