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Ha! I have no doubt that will be true for me as well!Don't worry. I've had chickens for a decade and still drive my family nuts talking about them
The property is too far from our current house to make it practical for me to do that. I was only able to get my husband on board by promising to wait until the year we plan to move in. I’ve waited this long, a little while more won’t kill me.Hello and welcome to BYC!Glad you joined.
I wouldn't wait once the coop and run are ready. I'd brood the chicks in the coop using a brooder plate and enjoy them while they mature during winter and start proving you eggs in the spring.
Thanks!Welcome to BYC! Good luck with your future flock journey!
I can see that - I’m excited to be here!Hello and welcome to BYC, You found an Awesome poultry Forum to be a part of with many great knowledgeable members who are more then willing to jump in and help you with any questions you may have.
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He’s a good guy, and mostly just laughs when I tell him the latest thing I learn. I know once we have them, he will love them, too.Husbands were made to suffer, they have selective hearing though, so don't feel bad.
Thanks!Welcome to BYC!!
Oh, I’m mostly kidding about him. He was actually telling me today about some thoughts he had for building the run, so he’s getting on board. And definitely, I want a secure place for them!Hello, and welcome to BYC. Set your goals, plan and prepare and you will be successful in establishing your flock. Hot wire is a great mammalian deterrent, and a properly covered run/pen will protect against aerial predators. Go easy on your husband. In spite of our selective hearing we are still sensitive beings.![]()