Newbie chicken owner from the UK

[Goobsnho]

Hi there,
We've always wanted chickens and the local school had successfully incubated some eggs, so we volunteered to take 3 of them! That's was about 9 weeks ago and it's been an interesting time settling them in at home, protecting them our dog Wilf, and encouraging the kids to join in too.
Our coop is now built, but hubby just needs to complete the run, so they're temporarily in an old rabbit run in the day. It's a challenge trying to get them in the coop at night!
My main concern is keeping them healthy and not bored!
Hoping to learn new tricks on here!
Katie

 

[Leighe]

You can learn a LOT here. We are so happy you found us. You probably won't have any problems with boredom unless they are locked up all day and aren't allowed to free range and as far as healthy. Fresh food, fresh water and lots of love! Any problems or you don't know if something is normal or not, just ask.

 

[theoldchick]

Keeping chickens entertained is not difficult. They are so fun to watch as they investigate their new 'toy'.

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi Katie and welcome to BYC

You'll find lots of info in the Learning Centre - https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/learning-center.11/ and 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 may wish to consider joining the UK thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/655508/uk-member-please-say-hi/890

All the best

CT

 

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[Kiki]

Hi there!
Welcome to BYC and thanks for joining our flock!
This video should help you find your way around, enjoy!