New to BYC and Newish to Chickens

[CatRanchChickens]

Hello!

We live in central Alberta, Canada and have a flock of six laying hens; two Plymouth Rocks, one Rhode Island Red, one Buff Orpington, and two unknowns. We got started last spring and found this site very helpful for getting ourselves set up. We’ve recently moved everyone over to their winterized coop in the barn and are adjusting to the colder, shorter days.

Beyond the daily eggs, we really enjoy our chickens and find them endlessly endearing and entertaining.

Looking forward to learning from the pros and becoming better informed to care for our flock!

Thanks for reading,
N&C

 

[FortCluck]

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC. I hope that you enjoy your time here.

This is a useful link to take a look at - “How to...” guides. You may wish to consider including your location under your avatar (using the guide in the link above). You can use this link to contact members in your area - Canada

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[BullChick]

With a name like “cat ranch,” you must have a lot of cats. Do they torment the flock, or does the flock go after them? I have seen a cat surrounded by my flock, and a broody duck go after the beagle.
Be sure to find your local thread. It helps to have people that know what conditions you’re dealing with when there’s a problem.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

Chickens are so much fun to keep. Most people don't realize how entertaining, intelligent and affectionate they are till they get a flock of their own!

Make yourself at home here and enjoy the chicken chat!

 

[CatRanchChickens]

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With a name like “cat ranch,” you must have a lot of cats. Do they torment the flock, or does the flock go after them? I have seen a cat surrounded by my flock, and a broody duck go after the beagle.
Be sure to find your local thread. It helps to have people that know what conditions you’re dealing with when there’s a problem.

The cats and chickens get along great, although I suspect the chickens are boss. The flock once chased a little mule deer buck out of the yard!

Thanks for the local thread tip!

 

[BullChick]

The flock once chased a little mule deer buck out of the yard!

 

[TwoShepherds]

Hello and welcome! Sounds like you have a nice flock. Looking forward to seeing more of your posts in the future. I got our first pullets back in May and wish I had gotten them sooner. I am pretty sure I am hooked.

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[sourland]

Good afternoon, and welcome to BYC.