Getting Rid of Unwanted Chickens…

“I have enjoyed the many insights provided in the newsletter. I currently live in the city and am not able to raise any chickens. I do miss the

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Dealing With An Agressive Rooster…

“Hi Wendy and Duncan! I have a huge rooster who insists on attacking me when I am out in the yard doing lawn care. I have never mistreated

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Concerns for a Stubbon Broody Hen…

“My broody hen doesn’t seem to be getting off her nest very often, I’m worried that she’s not eating and drinking enough. Should I take her off her

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Identifying The Age Chickens

“My chicken venture recently started when I was given two pairs of chickens, a Rhode Island Red pair and a white Cochin pair. Any chance I can tell

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Reducing Boredem In Chickens…

“In a recent article about food wastage, the response suggested this may occur as a result of boredom among hens. How would you suggest alleviating boredom? I try

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Stopping A Hen From Going Broody

“Hi, I have a Broody Bantam Hen. She has already hatched eggs and took care of the chicks until she decided they were old enough to be on

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Introducing New Chickens To An Established Flock

“Hi, it’s Drew here. I really enjoy your articles. I have 3 black cross Rhode Island Reds, 1 Campine pure bred which does not lay any eggs and

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Wood Chips / Shavings VS. Straw

“I have recently got 3 chickens for the back garden and the man I bought them from said to use bark chips for the floor of the run,

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Chickens Roosting On The Ground

“This is my first chicken venture. I bought 10 baby chicks 2 months back. They are now in the chicken yard with a coop. I have not gotten

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Buying Fertilized Eggs, Newly Hatched Chicks or Point Of Lay Hens?

“Is it best to buy fertilized eggs, newly hatched chicks or point of lay hens? Also, is it best to buy from a local farmer or from a

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