Went to the coop one morning and had an orpington and silki in the same box. Half hour later there was an egg from both. Guess that's one way to feel secure.
Dogs running loose in most areas is against the law. Also in most areas if they are attacking livestock you are permitted to shoot them. Find out if that's the case were you live. If so tell the neighbor what the law is and the next time the dog won't be coming home. Don't get me wrong I have...
Was minus 8 here this morning. Everyone is fine, door open but all stayed in all day. My feeling is if a chickadee or wren can live with no coop, my chickens will survive just fine in their draft free coop. I just make sure they have food all the time and before nightfall I give them some corn...
I have an automatic door, so if you're not in when the door closes find a place to sleep. Have a roo that was out free ranging and didn't want to come in their run when I went to close the gate. Told him he was on his own for the night. Has not been late since.
Hi, Just joined group. I'm from western PA. Will be getting chicks in the spring. I'm retired and enjoy reading all your posts. I've raised dogs for years now going to give a try at chickens.
Thanks
Sounds like the puppy needs some obedience training. He has a strong pray drive and with some training with a firm no or leave it command you should have some control.