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  1. KyCoop

    Chicken coop plans

    X2 on the 1 gallon thing. Works great for me also in winter. We only use the big waterer when we go on vacation so the sitter does not have to fool with water.
  2. KyCoop

    Kentucky people

    Nope. My coop is storm secure. But I still feel bad when it's a LOUD storm.
  3. KyCoop

    New chicken mama questions

    That leghorn will be glued to your husband. My 2 were glued to mine. We loved them because they were turds They are not for everyone. They force you to learn and learn fast about chicken keeping. Yeah they will eat a lot of grit at first. The grit is not water souable so that will slow...
  4. KyCoop

    New chicken mama questions

    Wow ok that's a lot to un pack. No they don't need water or food at night. They will be sleeping. Yes you need to lock them in their coop minimum 5 days. It's called coop training. It let's them learn the coop is home the coop is safe. Dusk is almost too dark to see. They won't go in if...
  5. KyCoop

    Our First flock and first coop build

    Fair warning. They will also think any cup is a treat cup after training. Coffee cups, solo cups, water bottles, wine glasses you name, they want it.
  6. KyCoop

    Runaway Chick!

    We were working in our backyard one day and my husband yelled over "what kind of bird is this ?" I looked up and saw a chick running through the yard. I said "it's a chicken catch it!" We didn't have chicks so I didn't know were it came from. We tried chasing her but then i just let my...
  7. KyCoop

    Our First flock and first coop build

    I have my older 4 yr old girls trained to recall but I've not yet trained the teenagers to THE CUP. That is the best way. Put their treats in a bright color cup and then feed them from your hand. So this for at least a week and they will come RUNNING any time you need them to. Chicken...
  8. KyCoop

    Chicken coop plans

    An alternative to sand is pine pellets made into sawdust. Still scoopable, smell better and compostable. I'm a scooper too :D
  9. KyCoop

    Cuddling, piling, hot or cold??

    And a cuddle box. Cardboard box turned on its side will help them feel safe and protect them from any drafts.
  10. KyCoop

    Chicken coop plans

    Loving your coop. Have we talked about predator proofing your beautiful windows. Sorry if we had and I missed it.
  11. KyCoop

    coop and run okay?

    Your setup is fine for 3 little ladies. It's enough space if you keep it clean.
  12. KyCoop

    Lost 1 the same day I got them all

    Wasn't there something on here about heating plastic totes and it putting off chemicals? Not saying that was the reason but something to consider changing.
  13. KyCoop

    Automatic coop doors: I'd love your input

    I don't know for sure but it's not short. Had no issues getting either mounted. I would like to add that we don't use the light option for opening and closing the doors. # 1 because one is facing North and the other is under a roof. We use the time setting. Works out well. We change the...
  14. KyCoop

    homemade coop size

    Rocks are large , fluffy ladies. Give them as much roost space and ventilation as you can. Summer is miserable for them.
  15. KyCoop

    Automatic coop doors: I'd love your input

    I have 2 omelets. LOVE them. Tested on my own hand and arm AND caught a girl in it when trying to close her out using the manual feature. I'm fine, girl is fine. The only issue I had has been my fault. The run door was not closing all the way but it had debris in the track.
  16. KyCoop

    To Keep or not to Keep a Rooster, That is the question.

    There is a YT video a lady did. Sorry can't find the link but, she shows the whole process unedited which is unusual for YT but it's very informative and she handles the bird with respect. Maybe that's why the video is shown in its entirety.
  17. KyCoop

    Getting started.

    The chickens in the picture are bantams and they are crammed together. Your ladies are full size. 0% chance they will fit in there. Your Gems alone will be quit full figured gals. They don't like to be that close when on the roost especially in summer. They need at least 12 inches per...
  18. KyCoop

    Getting started.

    Welcome to the wonderful world of chicken (and duck) keeping. My husband and have found it to be a great hobby and really enjoy our girls. Feel free to look around and ask all the questions you want. You will get lots of great answers and some unsolicited advice but it's all in the interest of...
  19. KyCoop

    Hay bales

    It depends on your setup. What size coop are we talking about? Walk in , raised, hoop, converted horse stall? Do you want to deep litter or scoop? Some materials work better then others in different coops. Some of it is personal preference. I have a 6x12 raised coop and I use pine pellets...
  20. KyCoop

    Chicken fencing

    Attach some plastic deer fencing to the top for a floppy fence they won't want to land on. Cut about 12 inch height to add to your fence.
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