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Chickens For Backyards FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does the term "class" mean?
  • What does “standard (std)” or “bantam” mean?
  • How does your sexing guarantee work? How do I report a mis-sexing?
  • Why is sexing not a 100% guarantee?
  • What do I do with my rooster?
  • How can you tell the difference between a pullet and a cockerel?
  • Do I need a rooster so my hens will lay eggs?
  • What is medicated feed?
  • How much feed does it take to raise a hen?
  • When my birds are grown how much space do I need for their pen or coop?
  • Do I need a roost pole for my chicks?
  • How many nests/nest holes should I provide for my hens to lay eggs in?
  • How many eggs will I get from my chickens?
  • Why is my egg production decreasing?
  • When will my hens begin to produce eggs?
  • My hens are broody, what should I do?
  • Why are my eggs changing color?
  • Why are my eggs changing color?
  • How many hens do I need for my family?
  • Are my eggs still good?
  • What are common health issues when raising juvenile poultry?
  • What is molting?
  • Why do my chickens have dried dropping on their bottoms?
  • Why do my birds peck each other?
  • Why are my chickens fighting?
  • How can I remove sharp spurs?
  • My hen died and her bottom is bulging. what happened?
  • What do the words “green” or “blood-filled” mean?
  • How do I check/treat my chickens for lice?
  • What poultry is only for butchering?
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