http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#5e655cef-2343-4bfa-b4a5-bd2712257e0c thanks so much for the descriptions- they are helpful. We do have a coop for when the bird babies grow up, But I am a little forgetful on what to do when they are sooo small. Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:11:30 GMT http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#5e655cef-2343-4bfa-b4a5-bd2712257e0c Nicole 2009-04-16T01:11:30Z http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#b22d5473-999b-4c71-898e-ce83e1ab9786 If you are putting a solid top on your brooder I would use ground corn cobs for bedding rather then pine shavings or sawdust. Pine shavingsd along with cedar shavings produce toxic gasses when they start to get a concentration of ammonias (poop) on them. Corn cobs do not. If you use a wire top it would prolly be ok because you have better ventilation Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:03:55 GMT http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#b22d5473-999b-4c71-898e-ce83e1ab9786 $item.owner.firstName 2009-04-15T17:03:55Z http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#4269a746-0037-461f-a539-69cf675585a0 pine shavings work, too keeping the lid on half the container gives the cuties a place to get away from the heat , as well don't put it on tight better yet, get a brooder cage from your local feed store hold the lots so they learn to trust you just wash your hands before and after Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:38:20 GMT http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#4269a746-0037-461f-a539-69cf675585a0 kate 2009-04-15T15:38:20Z http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#bbc7e5db-3bb2-4ecc-b6ed-2814e33a1967 Oh, and cock the lid, don't put it on straight. The lid is to keep them from flying out (they will), and keep some extra heat in. Put the lid on tight, and you'll have to learn how to process chickens earlier than you'd probably hoped. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:47:23 GMT http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#bbc7e5db-3bb2-4ecc-b6ed-2814e33a1967 Heidi 2009-04-14T17:47:23Z http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#5039224e-77ff-4275-a44f-84bfe4cb7c32 Get a big tall-sided container, preferably with a lid, to keep them in until they're too big. Put newspaper in the bottom, with straw on top of that (or shredded paper.) (NOT cedar wood chips!) Put a lightbulb hanging in one corner of the container for a warming bulb. (those clip-on student study lights are perfect) Get some starter feed to feed them until they get their real feathers. We use a short ball-jar to hold the feed and water (separately!) and feel it keeps things cleaner. Prepare the change the chicken's litter, water and food DAILY. Especially if it's in the house with you (to keep warm.) It will smell some otherwise. Start building your chicken coop/tractor now. It will take longer than you think. Oh, and handle them from day one, if you want people-friendly chickens. Enjoy your baby chicks!!! Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:45:50 GMT http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#5039224e-77ff-4275-a44f-84bfe4cb7c32 Heidi 2009-04-14T17:45:50Z http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#5f2883b0-498f-4e20-8d01-9e9fb4ca7e92 Hello fellow chicken lovers. Our family is about to become the parents of 12 baby chicks in 2 weeks time. Any pointers on what to do??? and of course what not to do? We have a 6 month old bull mastiff boy dog- and I would like to avoid having the dog consider any of the growing chicks pop tart snacks. thanks Tue, 14 Apr 2009 03:15:56 GMT http://chickenstribe.tribe.net/thread/3df3a7ea-8695-48a5-b896-864b24404489#5f2883b0-498f-4e20-8d01-9e9fb4ca7e92 Nicole 2009-04-14T03:15:56Z