Sky is the limit on Saturday. You can add a new addition to your flock, make some extra space in the coop, or you can just have fun cleaning out all the chicky-poo from the coop.
My Saturday will probably consist of the latter.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Friday, June 24, 2011
Summer Means More Water For Your Flock!
Does your chickens have... Diarrhea?
Well then, they just might be over heating.
To keep your flock cool and happy,
make sure and change out your girlies water at least twice a day in the summer.
It would even hurt to do it three times
in a day, especially if you live in a warm region.
It would even be wise to have two waterers if your flock count is ten birds and over.
Most water founts let you know how many birds it accommodates, but it is always a good idea to have fresh, cool water out for your girls. I have noticed that they become especially thirsty after they've layed an egg.
You want to make sure a water fount is close by the nesting boxes, for your poor parched ladies.
Here are a couple of water founts that, I personally have tried...
These fountains help keep water cool on hot days when left in the shade.
You will still want to change out the water regularly. You may also want to add some electrolytes to the water to help with the runs.
This waterer seems to be my hens' favorite.(It also is my "un-favorite" one to have to fill up... My personal opinion). But, I guess what's good for the hen is good for her keeper.
Be sure to keep this one in the shade, it tends to get pretty warm.
Try adding ice in it before you put it out.
Well then, they just might be over heating.
To keep your flock cool and happy,
make sure and change out your girlies water at least twice a day in the summer.
It would even hurt to do it three times
in a day, especially if you live in a warm region.
It would even be wise to have two waterers if your flock count is ten birds and over.
Most water founts let you know how many birds it accommodates, but it is always a good idea to have fresh, cool water out for your girls. I have noticed that they become especially thirsty after they've layed an egg.
You want to make sure a water fount is close by the nesting boxes, for your poor parched ladies.
Here are a couple of water founts that, I personally have tried...
These fountains help keep water cool on hot days when left in the shade.
You will still want to change out the water regularly. You may also want to add some electrolytes to the water to help with the runs.
This waterer seems to be my hens' favorite.(It also is my "un-favorite" one to have to fill up... My personal opinion). But, I guess what's good for the hen is good for her keeper.
Be sure to keep this one in the shade, it tends to get pretty warm.
Try adding ice in it before you put it out.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Start Your Own Chicken Farm Today!!!
Get quality chicks from Meyer Hatchery....
(click on the logo to view website)
With an order minimum of just 3 chicks it will be simple for the urban chicken keeper to get started with quality chicks.
But that's not all...
Meyer Hatchery also accommodates large scale chicken farms. So if you're thinking big you can order baby poultry by the 100's even 1000's.
Meyer Hatchery is committed not only to their customer service, but also to their focus on providing you with Quality poultry.
(click on the logo to view website)With an order minimum of just 3 chicks it will be simple for the urban chicken keeper to get started with quality chicks.
But that's not all...
Meyer Hatchery also accommodates large scale chicken farms. So if you're thinking big you can order baby poultry by the 100's even 1000's.
Meyer Hatchery is committed not only to their customer service, but also to their focus on providing you with Quality poultry.
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