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[ky-chick]

Hi! I am KY-Chick. I am new to BackYard Chickens. I have 16 baby chickens. They are a variety of different types. I am a Registered nurse, married, 3 girls, a dog and a cat. I grew up on a farm but never had chickens, so I am new to the chicken world.

 

[Stayc]

Hello KY-Chick and welcome to BYC!! So glad you joined us.

 

[drumstick diva]

Hi KY-Chick, Welcome to Backyard chickens. If you ever want your chicks sorted out for you, you can post photos at "what breed or gender is this." Folks there will let you know.

 

[drumstick diva]

Had lunch at "Chick Fil A this afternoon, we don't have a KY chicken place in the area.

 

[Smuvers Farm]

Glad you're here neighbor!

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/)

 

[Hen Pen Jem]

Greetings ky-chick, So glad you've join us!

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under ky-chick Welcome and Congratulations!

I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

Including your general location on your profile will assist others. Location, climate, season etc can be important factors when members are responding to any questions you may have and vice versa.

You might want to also Find Your State Thread and pop in and say hello.

BYC has a Learning Centre and also Topic of the Week discussions which I have found to be a great resource, informative and sometimes entertaining; so definitely worth checking out. These may be of particular interest to you at this stage:
Topic/Question of the week - Brooding and supplementing heat for chicks
Topic of the Week - Raising Chicks
Topic of the Week - Getting Started, Keeping Chickens
Topic of the Week - Keeping the Flock Safe from Predators
Topic of the Week - Dogs and chickens

If you would like to share Pictures and Stories of your flock or other critters, you have come to the right place. BYC’ers never tire of these and do not back away slowly or commence eye rolling when the photo album or home videos come out

 

[pennyJo1960]

Hi! I am KY-Chick. I am new to BackYard Chickens. I have 16 baby chickens. They are a variety of different types. I am a Registered nurse, married, 3 girls, a dog and a cat. I grew up on a farm but never had chickens, so I am new to the chicken world.

hey there welcome to Backyard Chickens glad you joined us here

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC - thanks for joining us.

 

[007Sean]

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