We're thankful for rain. We look forward to the beautiful spring that is being nurtured as we speak from the rain. The only downside is that rain slows us down! Here are the chicks - still in their cardboard brooder. They no longer need the heat lamp as they are quite comfy in the garage at about 60 F (it's heated). We can't wait to get them into their roomier, but chillier quarters of their own and park the vehicles in the garage again!
Remember a mere five weeks ago?
Now look at them! Can you believe these are the same creatures?
They aren't as crowded as it seems - they are curious about the camera - right up until the flash!
We still have a long way to go for the first fresh eggs, but they are looking more grown up! We still don't know if the black one is a pullet or a cockerel, but time will surely tell. In the meantime, the routine is to fill their self-serve feeder each morning. We are now filling their waterer twice a day. The chicks kick some litter into the tray and water is absorbed rather than distributed. We removed some soiled litter each morning and add fresh to help absorb the waste and the odor. For prospective enthusiasts reading about the need for ventilation in the coop, believe it! For the birds and for YOU!
Remember a mere five weeks ago?
Now look at them! Can you believe these are the same creatures?
They aren't as crowded as it seems - they are curious about the camera - right up until the flash!
We still have a long way to go for the first fresh eggs, but they are looking more grown up! We still don't know if the black one is a pullet or a cockerel, but time will surely tell. In the meantime, the routine is to fill their self-serve feeder each morning. We are now filling their waterer twice a day. The chicks kick some litter into the tray and water is absorbed rather than distributed. We removed some soiled litter each morning and add fresh to help absorb the waste and the odor. For prospective enthusiasts reading about the need for ventilation in the coop, believe it! For the birds and for YOU!
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