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dehowery said:
Just a couple of comments ...Be sure when you set up your coop ... you set up a system that allows you to easily clean. We started with straw system and cleaned once a month. That took all day and when I finished I was exhausted. Plus this system encourages bugs. We changed to the sand system on boards that can be removed . This seems to be a better system that I clean every 3rd day. Only the coop doesn't have that fresh hay smell. And in the summer like now you have to be sure you put down extra sand each day. Anyways whatever you decide on make sure it is something that is easy. We started with 5 girls and now have 29. Also when you get your chicks in the spring you will have to make up your mind about Mareks vaccination . There are lots of pros & cons. If you have never had eggs/chicks/chickens PLEASE do allot of reading it will help you NOT MAKE so many mistakes. Also wanted to say we appreciate your service to our country and welcome back home.
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Thanks for the tips. I'm a former Vet Tech and had a barnyard full of critters. It's been a bit though so am getting into the newest and greatest info.
 
Pork Pie said:
Hello and welcome to BYC. I hope that you enjoy your time here.

This is a useful link to take a look at - “How to...” guides. You may wish to consider including your location under your avatar (using the guide in the link above). You can use this link to contact members in your area - U.S. States

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Pork Pie
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Thanks for the link, Pork Pie!
 

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