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[heatherscooby77]

Is this a cochin? I can get more up to date pics. She has filled out quit a bit since these pics.

I looks like it is a Cochin. Its probably a boy, that's why the feathers are so sporatic. Don't worry about split wing or vulture hocks right now. You can't evaluate that until 3-6 months.

 

[yelnad]

I looks like it is a Cochin. Its probably a boy, that's why the feathers are so sporatic. Don't worry about split wing or vulture hocks right now. You can't evaluate that until 3-6 months.

Thanks. I don't even know what split wing or vulture hocks are! A friend got an assorted mix from Murrary McMurray and this was in it. Just what I need...another rooster. Although it was a pullet mix, so I'll keep my fingers crossed.

 

[heatherscooby77]

Thanks. I don't even know what split wing or vulture hocks are!   A friend got an assorted mix from Murrary McMurray and this was in it. Just what I need...another rooster. Although it was a pullet mix, so I'll keep my fingers crossed.

It could be a pullet, I am right 50% of the time!

 

[Kiomey]

That sounds like a great idea to me! however i will then need 2 more coops for all the chickens i will want to keep. Thanks again for the beautiful hyacinth and the cute little rooster figurine! I love it! I am glad you stopped by today! Sad news... Chrystal (our yearling ewe) had her baby. it was SO small. She was an awesome mom, but it just wasn't enough even with us tubing the lamb twice to make sure she had food. She was just too small and weak.

Chrystal is completely devestated, as am I. For being a first time mom, she was the best! She was pawing at her trying to get her up when i found her dead. She keeps calling for her now and it is the saddest cry i have heard a sheep make. I wish she could understnad me so i can tell her what happened. Stuff like this happens when you breed. And i am usually the strong one with the losses, but i have to admit, this one tore me up a bit. I named her Pixie, i should know better than to name a lamb until you know it is going to survive.

aw I'm sorry chrissy! I wondered how'd she'd do :/ We shall have to join forces for coop and bator building this spring/summer!

I am pleased to announce that I purchased Reyvaugh's LF Ameraucana. I know it is a bittersweet feeling for her. We are very excited, and thank her very much!

congrats!

 

[missydcpc]

Central ( I think lol Just moved) PA here if anybody is close to the Dubois TSC they are doing a chicken swap. I have to look up the date But i know its in may

Welcome. Look at the map in my signature to see who is actually close to you.

If anyone needs skids for their spring projects let me know. I have a number available. Located in Lebanon.

I will be coming back from NJ on Monday and could pick some up..if you haven't given them all away by then.

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Welcome!

Does anyone want to tell me about fermented feed? Purpose? How?

Bruce or Chad are the experts on that..but most everyone does it around here. I will get started in a few weeks, have a friend bringing me more 5 gallon buckets.

So it's done to save on feed costs?

And it's healthier for the birds, and they smell less and they have shinier feathers...sooo many reasons.

My DH was getting his haircut today and was told to feed the chickens cracked corn. That they don't need layer mash. What do you think?

What I think is not fit to be printed on a family site.

when do you start to give them layer feed? when do i change the food from starter?

IF I don't have ducklings at the moment I change from medicated to unmedicated at 2 weeks. At 4 weeks they are out in the little coop inside the big coop. At 6 weeks they are in the big coop and have access to calcium, not that I've ever seen a little one go for it. They get layer feed at about 14 weeks...

Eww. They need the mash. My flock free-ranges and I still wouldn't resort to feeding them straight up cracked corn. It's only really a treat for them. Besides, cracked corn really isn't much cheaper than the mash that actually has everything they need in it. Feeding chickens just cracked corn would be like feeding your kids nothing but corn flakes... except that the cornflakes have more vitamins in them.

I like to think of cracked corn as candy for chickens. Would you feed your kids nothing but candy?

Thanks. DH said, "Well she raises chickens and she knows." I replied, "It's ok to hear what she has to say, but don't take it as bible. I have DOZENS of chicken friends at BYC who offer great advice!"

Some people have chickens, and some people raise them, there's a difference.

Thanks. I don't even know what split wing or vulture hocks are!   A friend got an assorted mix from Murrary McMurray and this was in it. Just what I need...another rooster. Although it was a pullet mix, so I'll keep my fingers crossed.

Pullets even from the big houses aren't 100% guaranteed...I wound up with a few roos that way.

 

[eweaber]

Can chickens eat goat feed? I have some left over from when I had goats.

 

[wlrabbitry]

For all those interested in the York show on the 13th of April, here you go. JOhn, PM me with any questions Can you send this in a pm? To me of course....lol

 

[wlrabbitry]

For all those interested in the York show on the 13th of April, here you go. JOhn, PM me with any questions Can you send this in a pm? To me of course....lol

 

[LeBlackbird]

Well, my White silkie bantam pair, Reggie & Rory, were out enjoying the weather today!

Thought I'd snap some pics!
What a cute couple!

He's getting more gorgeous every day...

Oh my gosh, she loves to pose!

She's actually getting quite lovely, you'll see her all spiffy at the York show!




Also, an update on the babies I moved. They're all doing quite well...

 

[SilkieSensation]

yeah I'm doing all of that. but i just didn't know if I needed to change the type of food after they are a certain age. they are ON the grower/starter non medicated with niacin added to water.

When they lay will depend on breed, but most will be between 15-30 weeks unless they hit laying age right in the middle of winter, then they will likely wait until Spring. I usually do my feed the same as for chickens. I never give medicated feed to any of my birds so don't have to worry about making a switch there. If I feed an "all-flock" type feed it covers everyone from hatch through old age. I usually offer oyster shell free choice once they get about 14 weeks old or whenever they make it to the layer coop. Sometimes younger birds get mixed with my older birds if they are big enough even if they are not old enough to lay. If they need the shells they will eat them, if they don't they won't. They seem to know what they need & when. I do use layer mash in my fermented feed for my layer coops but still offer oyster shell as well.

Can chickens eat goat feed? I have some left over from when I had goats.

Chickens can & will eat just about anything that's edible. Mine have had left over dog & rabbit feed. Just don't give them JUST goat feed. They still need their crumbles/mash as well.