New to BYC and to keeping chickens

[Maman Poule]

Hi. My neighbour and I have recently purchased a pair of Silkies. They were born on June 15th and are doing just fine. We built them a hen house complete with run, sand bath, porch and shades and they are very happy. Since they are young, we also installed a 100 watt red heating lamp that we turn on a few hours before lights out and turn off prior to turning in for the night.

Here are a few pics of the ladies/lads (don't know which) and their home.

 

[Michael OShay]

Welcome to BYC! I used to have Black Silkies and they are such friendly, gentle birds. I do have one suggestion. I would run hardware cloth over the chicken wire on your run. There are too many predators that can tear through chicken wire or pass through the openings in the mesh. 1/2 inch hardware cloth is much stronger and will predator proof it. I realize that it will be some extra expense, but it will be cheaper than having to replace your flock. Good luck with your Silkies.

 

[Balloonjuice]

Welcome to the forum.

 

[cabinchicky]

Hello and Welcome! Nice chicks you have! Please go and look in the learning center thread if you haven't.

 

[Maman Poule]

Thank you for the advice. We'll certainly follow through.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

How adorable!! Enjoy them now as they will grow so fast.

Make yourself at home here on BYC and welcome to our flock!

 

[Nofowlplay]

Hardware cloth is the bomb! My brother used to call it rat wire! LOL!
Your peeps are cute !
And as always!

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to the flock.