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For my roosters and Black Jersey Giant hens, I put my bands above the spur and use blue plastic numbered bands that have some give if you don't seal them. I never seal my bands. I use green on standard or smaller sized hens. They last fairly well. They can sometimes knock them off. If not...

I used to let my chickens free-range our unfenced garden after it was well established. Squash and Okra were knee-high or taller. My chickens were more interested in the bugs that it attracted than the actual plants. That is not to say I didn't occasionally have a peck mark or two on my...

I banded all of mine today. My youngest girls were hatched 4-5-22 at Murray McMurray.

I laminate a list and use a dry erase marker to check everyone and make notes. This is great to prep for chores like nail clipping, first aide, egg records AND chicken sitters. When my parents tend my flock they can tell me who needs help or who is missing even when they don't know names or...

Finally building the new coop!!! 11x11x7 The garden (when mature enough) will add 450 square feet to their run. I'm so excited!

Maybe also the medical field? I'm a Phlebotomist.

1 teaspoon (ACV) Apple Cider Vinegar per gallon of water helps prevent it, and treat it... I think. I've read many give it once a week. It also helps keep the water cleaner, provides a probiotic and vitamin C for your birds.

Their youngest grandson is also my nephew. They have him more than his mom does, because she is working and going back to school. As it stands, my nephew (age 2.5 years) is allowed to come over ANY time he wants when I am outside tending the garden and watching my 2 boys play. His 2 older 1/2...

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!