New to Chickens!

[MrsCheriQ]

My 16 year old daughter is interested in Silkies, so we are now the proud owners of 4! It has already been an adventure mixed with some sadness (1 is ill). Any advice is welcomed.

 

[OkieChickenGal]

Hello! Welcome To Byc! Glad you joined us!
This is a very helpful site with lots of helpful people who will help you with any questions you have!
Hope your silkie gets better!

 

[drumstick diva]

Please post the details of her illness at "emergencies, disease, injuries, cures," thread

 

[4 ever Orpington]

My 16 year old daughter is interested in Silkies, so we are now the proud owners of 4! It has already been an adventure mixed with some sadness (1 is ill). Any advice is welcomed.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC

On this link you'll find lots of information on almost every aspect of keeping birds - from coop building ideas, to incubating eggs - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/

There’s a link on the page above to the Learning Centre - it’s a great resource. If you have a specific topic in mind, just type it in the search box - there's a wealth of information on past and present threads.

Each week, various topics are discussed, which can also be a great resource - https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/topic-of-the-week-thread-archive


You can use this link to contact members in your area - Find Your State Thread

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Lazy Farmer]

 

[Unexpected chicken lover]

Glad you decided to join the party!! There are so many knowledgeable folks here willing to answer any/all questions. We share stories, laughter, and sometimes grief...it really is a big happy family. Jump right in any enjoy!

I love silkies!!!...hope the 1 gets better