Hello all. This baby is a week old. I noticed it hopping about in the brooder around a day after it hatched. It seemed to have an issue straightening it's leg or bending it. I tried splinting it overnight to give it more support. The next day, it started keeping the leg thrown back like it's...
So I am planning on purchasing a shed like this one that is plastic and has a floor. I'm liking the idea of doing the deep litter method. I'll have to add the pop door for the chickens, but I'm not sure how high up I should put the door so it doesn't get blocked by litter, but isn't too high up...
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
I am very new to chickens. I wanted to get some years ago and it never worked out. We now own our home and it just feels like the right time.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
Currently none
(3) What breeds do you have...