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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by ORCatnChickenMom, Jun 20, 2018.

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  1. Jun 20, 2018 #1
    ORCatnChickenMom

    ORCatnChickenMom In the Brooder

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    In a few days I pick up the four new members to our family: 2 Orpington chicks and 2 Americauna chicks (and I hope they will be hens). Our family includes several cats and this is the first time to have chickens added to our "flock." Like any first-time mom, I'm excited and nervous at the same time (What if I don't keep them warm enough? What if they get sick? What if they don't eat? What if....). I have a coop, but when they are older I also want them to be outside in a chicken tractor or an outdoor pen so they can enjoy the sun, eat bugs, roll around in the earth and feel the grass beneath their toes. I figure I have a few months to decide on a design and build one that is best suited for these four girls. Always appreciate helpful tips and suggestions, too.
     
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  2. Jun 20, 2018 #2
    BlueBaby

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    Hello, and welcome to BYC!
     
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  3. Jun 20, 2018 #3
    alexa009

    alexa009 Crowing

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    Welcome to Backyard Chickens!:frow Glad you joined the flock! BYC is a very helpful and informative site about poultry! Make sure you keep an eye on your cat around those chicks. Hope you enjoy it here!
     
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  4. Jun 20, 2018 #4
    Hen Pen Jem

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  5. Jun 20, 2018 #5
    Farmer Connie

    Farmer Connie LORD OF THE FEED Premium Member

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  6. Jun 21, 2018 #6
    Pork Pie

    Pork Pie Flockwit Premium Member

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    Hi and welcome to our community - thanks for joining us.

    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


    Here’s a link to general links and the different forums on BYC - https://www.backyardchickens.com/misc/quick-navigation-menu


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

    Best wishes

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  7. Jun 21, 2018 #7
    drumstick diva

    drumstick diva Still crazy after all these years. Premium Member 9 Years

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    Welcome to Backyard chickens. Please keep an eye on the cats, especially if you have young chicks.
     
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  8. Jun 21, 2018 #8
    ORCatnChickenMom

    ORCatnChickenMom In the Brooder

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    Thanks - everyone - for the advice regarding the cats. The chicks will be in an enclosed pen until they're old enough and big enough to... stand up for themselves and chase the cats! ;-)
     
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