Recent content by The Gardening Chick

Hi, thanks for starting this! I still have most of my girls! They helped with dandelion removal today - I removed, they ate. Other aspects of my life have been quite busy. Happy Spring all!

Thank you so much! I ended up asking at the local feed store and found a place for them.

I need to rehome two of my girls that are not a good fit for my flock. One is a Black Sex Link and the other is a Rhode Island Red or RIR mix. They are both people friendly and as they do well together, must be taken as a pair. As far as I know, both lay eggs but are slowing down for the season...

Hi Everyone! I have a 4x8' A-frame run/ tractor for sale. It has not been used this season. $75 or best offer.

Thank you!

A couple of months ago one of my largest RIR pullets "Spot" started laying blood covered eggs. I separated her to find what appeared to be a minor prolapse with extensive bruising around her vent, picked feathers and a very large scab on/ above the upper part of her vent. A few days inside in...

You're absolutely doing the right things! I initially planned to keep her separate but she was not happy about it either. As long as she has a place to escape to, if needed, and they generally get along pretty well, I would put her back out tonight. I would assume that she would be fine...

This happened to one of my girls over the summer. By the time I purchased Vetericyn plus, the loose piece of beak had already fallen off. I used both Vetericyn plus and original Neosporin, not at the same time though. If she seems to be in any discomfort, I would also suggest adding a small...

Thank you! I could not have asked for a better day or lighting. Just looking at this brings back the same peace that I felt when I took it. I am so happy that others can experience it too!

Chase Farm in late October.

First leaf of Fall!

It is snowing here too and mine are doing the same thing. I don't think they would appreciate hot cocoa and scarves, so I gave them some cooked oatmeal for a warm treat this morning!

I'm so sorry that your neighbor is doing this! I didn't have time to read all of the responses this morning, so I apologize if this is a repeat or if this does not work in your situation. Do you have in writing - either an email or formal letter from the officials that you spoke with -...

Thank you for the responses! I will try a local hardware store. I also plan to insulate, at least the roof, and add more ventilation above the windows before I move it to its new location, for the current ease of access. In its new location, the larger door will be about two feet away from my...

Hi Everyone! This is my first post here, however I have found this site an invaluable resource in the months since I brought my chicks home. I was wondering if anyone knows of where I can purchase wheels and a handle to attach to a 4x6' Amish built prefab chicken coop? Unfortunately, I do not...