Good article! I'm rating 4 instead of 5 because of the comment on leaving hens to sit on nothing for months. It's bad for their health. The rest of the information is solid!
Buy electrical equipment meant for poultry in poultry housing. I couldn't agree more! Excellent article on the dangers and solutions of coop ventilation in hot environment.
Great article! The methods described are excellent; gentle, patient and non-invasive.
It could be stated even more strongly that all chicks are individuals with their own personality, and some will simply refuse being petted. And that's ok and shouldn't be forced. Regardless, teaching birds that handling is fine from the start is the way to go to get friendly chickens.
Great article on getting to know your new incubator, and that they aren't just "plug and play". First time incubator users, read this and save yourself a lot of trouble and anxiety!
Thanks! I'm editing and adding more all the time! The list makes it easy for me to copy/paste links into other threads... especially helpful in the New Member Intros.