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I second what Shadach said. I was in the same boat last year. I read everything I could find on this site. My young roo was coming of age and due to my lack of knowledge came close to being culled. Understanding his behave help us both. #1 when I let my chickens out in the am I throw...

We recently saved one of our hens from a hawk that flew into the coop. The entire flock was under our cedar tree except the one who probably was there laying an egg. Our coop is between two large trees the cedar and a pecan. Of course with no foliage the pecan is where it gained access. Our...

Yes! Darkness at night. We get lots of natural light in that room. What you said is what I did last year. Previously it had been just the heat lamp which still makes me nervous. I acquired that laser thermometer to test temps in the brooder last year as well and as the plate is only rated up...

Thank you! Old house on a good day 68? Yes! I read here about shipped chixs being different. Now that you mentioned it, my chixs last year didn't go to the heat plate right away. I think I turned it off at night, the lamp. I appreciate your detailed reply as it confirms my thoughts process...

I've been lurking the site for two years ever since I started my chicken journey. The countless articles and forum searches have provided invaluable information and solutions beyond any web search. I truly appreciate all the time individuals have contributed to helping newbies like myself...

Last year my brooder set up (inside) was a heat plate and heat lamp. After time I took away the heat lamp and had ceramic heater to supplement room temperature. They arrived lated February and all was well. Have 15 arriving the same time and was wondering do I actually need the heat lamp with...