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Erika replied to Liesl's discussion feather plucking - help! in Micro Livestock
"Sounds like pecking because of the wounds. One of mine is losing feathers right now because she is moulting, but there is no redness involved. I have had them peck at each other, but not themselves before. Maybe when you have a little time you could…"
Dec 3, 2010
Erika replied to Stephanie's discussion Chickens and Scorpions in Micro Livestock
"Definately some dogs will attack, but give them a chance. Basically we did what Bethanny suggested. I was paranoid for a while while I was out with the chickens and dogs I would not take my eyes of our dog Leona because she kills birds in the yard…"
Oct 10, 2010
Erika replied to Stephanie's discussion Chickens and Scorpions in Micro Livestock
"I have two large breed dogs and they both go CRAZY for birds and other creatures both on walks or just chasing them in the backyard. When I first got my chickens I only had one dog and I watched the birds very closely and introduced them to the dog.…"
Oct 9, 2010
Erika replied to Misty Butler's discussion Adding real food to my Chicken's diet in Micro Livestock
"I just give them all of my kitchen scraps, but I avoid meat and cheese. Although I have heard of people giving everything but poultry to their birds. I lay a flat board on the ground next to the house and after a month I move it, it seems to make…"
Sep 20, 2010
Erika replied to kay wunderlich's discussion wood chips in Soil Builders
"I have some still."
Aug 22, 2010
Erika replied to kay wunderlich's discussion wood chips in Soil Builders
"I would love that! I have one person picking up a truckload in the morning, but there is plenty. Please tell me when you can come. The problem is shoveling it up. We have a double gate with easy access, but I'm sure my husband will either be working…"
Jul 22, 2010
Erika replied to kay wunderlich's discussion wood chips in Soil Builders
"I am where the 101 and 51 meet. I had a VERY LARGE tree trimming truck drop it off over a year ago and it was way bigger than I anticipated. Because it has been so long it has composted down to 1/3 of what it was. I have over the year added yard and…"
Jul 22, 2010
Erika replied to kay wunderlich's discussion wood chips in Soil Builders
"I would think they would be just fine. Anyone interested I have a huge pile of compost/wood chips that I have been using with great success that I have way too much of. Anyone interested please come and pick it up! We are really close to taking it…"
Jul 22, 2010
Erika replied to Jeanette's discussion will my neighbors complain about the smell with chickens & composting? in Micro Livestock
"I don't live near roof rats, but along the canal there are plenty of coyotes, but I do have a block wall around my yard. My husband was concerned about snakes coming for the eggs, but so far no issues. I have dogs that scare away bunnies and other…"
Jun 8, 2010
Erika replied to Jeanette's discussion will my neighbors complain about the smell with chickens & composting? in Micro Livestock
"I don't know why, but I have since heard from others that this is a common complaint. They just sit and eat all day."
Jun 3, 2010
Erika replied to Jeanette's discussion will my neighbors complain about the smell with chickens & composting? in Micro Livestock
"No way! The only smell problem (and I am VERY picky) that I have had was when I had 11 hens in an enclosure made for 8 in combination with the major rains we had this last fall/winter, or when we had meat birds (which stunk terribly). Even when I…"
Jun 3, 2010
Erika left a comment for Sharlena Topolski
"Sharlena, are you interested in my green egg layer americana?"
Jun 2, 2010
Erika replied to Sharlena Topolski's discussion Looking for Ameraucana to add to flock in Micro Livestock
"I don't know why, but I didn't see your replies. I am available whenever you are. call me 602-909-3437"
May 28, 2010
Erika replied to Sharlena Topolski's discussion Looking for Ameraucana to add to flock in Micro Livestock
"I believe Auracana, she does lay green. Don't worry, you can take her free."
May 24, 2010
Erika replied to Sharlena Topolski's discussion Looking for Ameraucana to add to flock in Micro Livestock
"I have one that I would be happy to part with, I am trying to downsize. I'm located at the 101 and 51 by PVCC. Let me know if you are interested. She's somewhere between one and two years old and very sweet."
May 24, 2010
Erika left a comment for Janine
"Hey Janine! I am the one with the compost/mulch available. I have another person showing up maybe on Friday after 4pm. I am available a lot. I will say that tue-thur afternoon is busy and Saturday's are usually busy, but other than that we are…"
Apr 27, 2010
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