Tiny Texas Homestead Greetings

[crescentson]

Hey all, I am starting up a new flock north of Houston. First time raising birds, with a momma of unknown origin and eight chicks. Built a quick pen, with plans to expand this weekend. The neighbor's free range flock was ravaged by a couple of strays, and these guys were spared. They weren't injured, but he was struggling to keep them alive. I couldn't say no when he asked if I would take them. I am guessing she is some variety of banty, as she's pretty small compared to the reds my brother used to raise. Two days in, so far so good.

 

[QueenMisha]

Welcome to BYC! It's great to have you.

 

[Pork Pie]

Greetings and welcome to BYC - sounds like you have your hands full at the moment!

You'll find lots of info in the Learning Centre https://www.backyardchickens.com/newsearch?search=learning+centre 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.

You may wish to consider joining your state thread as it will put you in touch with other BYC members in your area - https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/26/where-am-i-where-are-you

All the best
CT

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, crescent son, and . Great to have you aboard. Nice of you to take those chickens. Best of luck with the coop expansion.

 

[BlueBaby]

Hello, and welcome to BYC!

 

[CuzChickens]

Hello there, and welcome to Backyard chickens! So glad you joined us, and glad you rescued the chickens! Stray dogs are a pain in the butt, I have had a couple run ins with them and my chickens. I hope you enjoy BYC as much as I have!

 

[crescentson]

Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone. The flock appears to be adjusting well, and I am super excited.

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[drumstick diva]