Avian bird flu awareness
Awareness of avian bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is critical due to its potential impact on both poultry industries and public health. Avian influenza is caused by viruses that primarily...
View ArticleMy winter quail pen
Hello, this is my winter quail pen and as you can see, there is light shining down that is my artificial light and that will make the quail continuously lay eggs. I also have a heat lamp so they’re...
View ArticleUnderstand quail
Understanding Quail: The Small but Mighty Game Bird Quail are small, plump birds that belong to the pheasant family, Phasianidae. Known for their distinctive round bodies, short tails, and strong...
View ArticleTricide Neo Journey for bumblefoot
Hey there! I have been keeping chickens for a few years now, and this year I encountered bumblefoot galore. We recently fixed our fence on our property so the girls have been able to patrol the entire...
View ArticleMy journey with Button quail (king quail)
So some of you may be asking the same question that I was a few months ago,”How do I keep button quail?” Well here’s my 2 cents after starting with mine 2 months ago.Before I start I just want to say a...
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My coop!
After years of begging my dad to build my chickens a new coop it was finally finished last November!And…..here it is! It looked more like this last year I’ve had to make a few modifications.The water...
View ArticleWashington 10'x6' Coop
THIS ARTICLE IS AN UNFINISHED DRAFT - I SOMEHOW MANAGED TO PUBLISH IT BY MISTAKE (OOPS!). Please come back when its finished. This is another coop inspired by the Wichita Cabin Coop and the many...
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DaffytheDuck20's Coop!
This is my coop!! both chickens and ducks live in this humble home! Made from a kids cubby-house with some posts and wire! We've put a iron bathtub in the ground just outside t\the coop ( there's...
View Articlered light in coop
so my three girls were going into the coop around 6 which is super early for them but i think it’s because it gets dark and they go to their roost before it’s too dark to see. i added red LEDS around a...
View ArticleChicken Tractor The Third
Chicken Tractor the Third: The Hyperion It feels like I've been working on the third chicken tractor for years. Even though, it's only been a month. I probably would have finished it sooner, except...
View ArticleBuilt Our Own Coop/House!!
Getting everythng right was interesting. My husband builds things ... to last the end of times I believe. But I finally found a place to get out little flock and now ... I needed a home for them. He...
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Winners
Header & footer The judges have finished judging, and we have our winners! <insert winners with tags here> insert quotes here <insert winners with tags here>, I will be sending you...
View ArticleThe Truth about Vets, Poultry, and Antibiotics: A light-hearted look at some...
To call a vet or not call a vet, that is the question. Whether it is financial worry, lack of knowledgeable poultry vets, or something else, finding antibiotics when you need them or a vet who can tell...
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The Process of a Broody Duck
**Exploring the Intriguing Nature of Broody Ducks** Have you ever wondered what it truly means for a duck to be described as “broody”? In simple terms, when a female duck—or any bird, really—enters...
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Coturnix Quail Embryo Development Chart Day 0-12, 17 (Graphic Warning: embryo...
Normal embryonic development in coturnix quail eggs Days 0-12 and Day 17. Days 1-2 are quitters. Day 17 may not be to scale, but all other pictures should be relative to one another.
View ArticleCoop contest
This is my chicken coop. My husband did all the work and it took him about 4 months to complete. He didn't draw up any plans. Just used his imagination. There is hardward cloth buried 18 inches under...
View ArticleSlimming Down The Flock: Tips and Tricks for Healthier Chickens
Raising backyard chickens is a rewarding venture, with those feathered friends clucking around, providing eggs, and adding charm to your yard. But just like us, chickens can tip the scales a bit too...
View ArticleUnderstanding Chicken Molting: A Natural Process
Understanding Chicken Molting: A Natural ProcessMolting is a natural and essential process that all chickens go through, typically occurring once a year. It involves the shedding of old feathers and...
View ArticleHow good is your broody? How to identify the good, the bad, and the indifferent
Introduction This article focuses on the broody hen, and only incidentally on the chicks they raise. There are already a lot of good articles and threads on BYC about using broody hens to raise chicks,...
View ArticleCaring for Chickens in Winter: A Comprehensive Guide
Caring for Chickens in Winter: A Comprehensive GuideAs winter approaches, chicken keepers must adapt their care routines to ensure the health and well-being of their flock. Cold weather can pose...
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