Backyard Fowl Keepers

Hey everyone, I just ran into a small issue and wanted to check if its a big deal. The light in my chicken coop just burned out, and my replacement wont arrive until next week. My birds are used to having some light in the evenings, but now theyll be in total darkness once the sun sets.

Will this ...

If you do brood them together, keep an eye on behavior. Cornish Cross will dominate food and space, and the layers might start getting pushed out. Adding extra feeders and waterers can help, but separation is still the best long-term solution.

Rinsing isn't necessary if the coop is unoccupied for months. However, for future biosecurity, keeping a footbath with a poultry-safe disinfectant near the entrance helps.

Im new to raising meat birds and looking for a breed that can free-range well with my layers or be penned separately but still grow at a decent rate.

I want something thats active, healthy, and able to forageunlike Cornish Cross, which require constant care and cleanup. Ideally, the breed would ...

If you're just using the run for daytime confinement, the soccer net might work, but for overnight security, I'd recommend something more durable.

If they're laying green eggs and have a slim build like a Leghorn, then Easter Eggers or a cross of Ameraucanas could be the most likely candidates. Many hybrids of these breeds lay green or blue eggs.

Bloody stool, lethargy, and standing still are classic signs of coccidiosis. It's a fast-moving disease, but thankfully, Corid is an effective treatment. Mix it into the drinking water as directed (1.5 tsp powder per gallon or 2 tsp liquid per gallon for five days). Remove vitamins while treating ...

Heat lamps are cheap and effective but risky. Brooder plates mimic a hen better and reduce stress. If you get one, ensure it's big enough for your whole hatch.

Chicks can have soft treats like scrambled eggs early on, but sunflower seeds are best introduced later. Around 6-8 weeks is a safe timeframe to start.

I,ve been using a mix of dirt, sand, and a little bit of ash in my dust bath area. It,s effective, but I also keep it covered to avoid excessive drying. If you keep it too dry, the dust will get out of hand. Adding a bit of moisture or moisture-absorbing material helps a lot.