create new flock

Hi there! I am starting my backyard flock with a chicken tractor. I am due to pick up three 7month old hens and two 4month old hens on the same day. I am wondering everyone’s thoughts on best way to integrate these girls? It’s no one’s “turf” because they’re all new (literally at the same time)...

Hello, I’m new to BYC and so glad for the group. I have a lot to learn and feel blessed this site exists. Ive learned so much from this site already. I’ve wanted a flock for years. I am posting my chicks two weeks ago and now. They sure do grow fast!

We've been sheltering in place for 5 weeks as a result of Covid-19 spreading in our area. My spouse thinks it would be a good idea to secure our food source by starting a chicken flock. My kiddos joined 4H this year. My kids were introduced to chickens, and were so elated that my spouse gave...

About a month ago, a very strong determined bear broke into our coop in the middle of the night, killing and stealing 3 of our 4 chickens. Incredibly, our leghorn escaped. She seems lost without her flock. Can another chicken or 2 be brought here, from another flock, and create a new flock of 2...