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  1. M

    Fowlpox Vaccine Question

    I haven't found a clear answer to this one. Our baby chickens (b. June 17, 2023) appear to have fowlpox. Older chickens have either had it before or have been vaccinated. Only three of the 18 babies have lesions at this point, but since everyone is together, it is safe to assume everyone is...
  2. M

    Questions from a first-timer (Freedom Ranger/Kosher King)

    Hi everyone, I'm new here, and we're preparing to start our chicken journey this summer. We're going with meat chickens - likely Freedom Rangers and Kosher Kings - and will have them on pasture as much as possible. A few questions in planning out our adventure: - Timing: Part of our objective...
  3. WatkinsCluckers

    Quarantining

    I think I need to quarantine one of my Silkies due to a head sore that won’t get better. Do chickens get depressed when they have to be separated from the group? And if so, how long is too long?
  4. BluebirdHomestead

    Maybe dumb question about timing of getting chickens

    Is it possible to get pullets in late fall and have them in an outdoor coop over winter so that they should be close to laying come spring? Do people ever do that or is it a horrible idea? I’m totally new to chickens. Thanks!!
  5. ohgoodnessguineas

    guinea eggs close...unsure of day, leave em in the turner or take em out?

    one of our guinea hens was scared off her nest by a wild animal or dog. she had put herself in a pretty nice hiding spot, so we decided to let her stay there instead of taking her eggs from her, but we also aren't entirely certain of the exact day she started full incubation. she's alive, but...
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