Recent content by MarmaladeSings

I understand about leaving one box available for the "early birds". I did that for a time when I had an early AM layer. I don't know what time you close your coop, but if it is late enough that it is almost dark or past dark, what worked for me was to check that open box and remove any hens...

Hi, Marc! Funny you should ask...and your timing is great! I am in the process of completing some cattle panel hoop houses to use this winter. Winter 2021, February in particular, was brutal here. The Chickshaw was inside the goat shelter. The hens survived with only two experiencing a bit...

Have you considered making sure all roosts are higher than the nest box?

Hello, OPA Acres! I built a Chickshaw 2.0 in June of 2019. It has been in constant use since the young pullets were about 8 weeks old. I did not add the mild crate nest boxes until the birds were closer to point of lay. Very shortly after adding the milk crates, I made an addition to the...

Do you have any issues with hens sleeping in the nesting crates?

Thanks!

Hey, FarmBurl! I know this is an "old" thread but have been researching the Wood's Coop. How did yours turn out?

I appreciate your prompt response. Yes, wall height is given. How are the rafter cuts determined from that information?

I truly enjoyed reading your build post. I am greatly interested in building the Woods, 10’ x16’, Knock-Down Coop. I purchased the book and have been reading it but am dismayed by the fact that (1) I am not carpentry saavy and (2) I am at a loss as to how to translate the written instructions...

No, I have not built a hoop house for this winter. I have access to a small goat barn/shed which my husband built last summer. He does not plan to purchase goats until next summer so the barn is available this winter. I plan to move the chickshaw inside once severe cold weather is imminent. The...

Quite a close resemblance to my #2 and #3 hens.

I see the difference. 🤔

Do you have a photo of your Golden Duckwing Phoenix hens?

Just looked at the Cackle website and, yes, they do sell Phoenix chicks. Standard size varieties listed are: Silver Duckwing, Golden Duckwing, Black Breasted Red.

Thanks for the pics. I saw the second pic while exploring similar looking breeds. Yes, they are pretty birds. I think I will name them "Thing 1", " Thing 2" and "Thing 3".