first time shopping list ,anything to add?

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terri

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first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« on: May 04, 2011, 11:53 »
hi iv got my coop ,run, layers pellets ,grit,corn,poultry shield,verm x wormer,red mite powder,wood shavings ,drinker and feeder, bucket brush shovel scrapper for cleaning besides getting my hens which im very excited about cant wait, is there anything else i should have ,thanks everyone this site is a great source of info,
4 children, 1 hubby, 2 g,pigs, 1 gecko 3 hens, 2 fish,2 cats

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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #1 on: May 04, 2011, 12:14 »
Hi Terri
Sounds like you are just about there, I would recommend getting some Stalosan F which is ideal for throwing around to keep down any nasty niffs, general disinfecting and is quite absorbent which makes it ideal for soaking up moisture in the coop during the winter months when scrubbing out isnt ideal.

Good luck with your new additions when you get em!!
1 Coral Nick, 1 Rhode Rock, 1 Light Sussex,  2 Speckledy, 1 Columbian blactail, 2 welsummer, 1 Columbine
and 18 ducks/drakes/ducklings mix xxx

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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #2 on: May 04, 2011, 12:30 »
I would forget about the vermex wormer and get some Flubenvet instead.  :) I would definitely recommend Frontline if your hens get lice, they will be gone overnight.
Have you got anti-pecking spray and also some purple spray, these are handy to have too.
Most importantly though is just really enjoy your new girls  :D
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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2011, 12:45 »
terri,  Seems like you have got the lot.  Just an egg cup and spoon to add I reckon

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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #4 on: May 04, 2011, 12:48 »
the details of a local vet that will treat chickens, a camera, echo the flubenvet, mealworms for treats and a stool to sit on as you watch them for hours on end  :)
Staffies are softer than you think.

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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #5 on: May 04, 2011, 14:03 »
Purple spray (AKA Gentian Violet) can be useful if the hens peck each other whilst establishing the pecking order in the coop. If a hen gets injured then it hides the redness of any blood which helps prevent other hens pecking her more and making the situation worse.

You can get this from places that see equestrian or smallholder products, or online.
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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #6 on: May 04, 2011, 14:25 »
Some sturdy string and screw in eyes to hang tasty treats up, mine love broccoli, cauliflower, spring greens and cabbage! 

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Re: first time shopping list ,anything to add?
« Reply #7 on: May 04, 2011, 16:13 »
and a thermos flask, sandwich box and cushion so your really comfy  ;)
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