Albany Chicken Tractors

19/06/2024

Looking for a palace for your feline fur babies? Well, we can't promise you a palace, but we can help you with your cat run needs. Coming soon we will have on offer stainless steel reinforced cat netting installation, free standing catio's and custom cat enclosure solutions for you.

Send us a message to organise your free measure and quote. Currently servicing Albany, Denmark, Mt Barker and Surrounding suburbs.

08/06/2024

Wow, What a busy few months it has been. Its awesome to see the Great Southern Region is green again while we have been out and about on deliveries.

Check out the view the new residents of this Size 4, custom with removable roost bars and Duck pond door. Making it suitable for both ducks or chickens.

26/05/2024

Its that time again and a good time to change your bedding in the coop before the rain starts. Lime sand is great for keeping smells and mites at bay. The girls (and boys) will love having dust baths in it.

With the wet weather on its way....again....now it the time to pay attention to your chicken coop. We like to use Lime Sand in our chicken coop. It stops the ground from turning into a sludge mess and neutralises those odours!

“Lime Sand is ground limestone known as calcium carbonate and is safe for chickens, animals, and the environment. It is commonly used in coops and barns to destroy odors. Lime Sand stops the growth of pathogens with its high pH level and deters insects.

22/05/2024

We all know this has just happened today but it is also very real.

Please everyone keep and eye on your birds and if you see anything that looks off, isolate and chat to a professional.

I didn't write this but it has some valid points and its not just about the influenza. Good biosecurity and keeping your fluffy breakfast laying pets safe from wild animals is a good starting point.

Please don't wait till its too late. I am very hopeful that this gets controlled very rapidly and it doesn't get to WA.
However, If you were thinking about getting a chicken tractor or coop to keep your girls contained in the case of an emergency. Get intouch with us and let us help you with your chicken needs.

Thanks

Albany Chicken Tractors

20/04/2024

Its always good to shake it up sometimes 😁

29/03/2024

26/03/2024

Well its been a busy few months for us here at Albany Chicken Tractors. Yesterday had 2 deliveries on board. Hope everyone is prepped for winter and if your chookies need new accommodation, send us a message and let us do it for you.

20/03/2024

For us in Albany this started a couple of weeks ago. Well for us at home anyway. A great read.

It's Moulting Week‼️ Let's learn all about chicken's and moulting.

Ah, the moulting season – a time of transformation for our feathered friends! Have you ever noticed your chickens starting to look a bit, well, unkempt? Perhaps you've found more feathers in the coop than usual. This isn't a sign of neglect but a natural process known as moulting.

✅ What Is Moulting?
Moulting is when chickens shed old feathers to make way for new growth. This isn't merely a cosmetic overhaul; it's a crucial process for their overall health and well-being. Imagine wearing the same outfit every day, for every occasion – it would get pretty worn out, right? Similarly, feathers lose their efficacy over time, necessitating this periodic refresh.

✅ Why Do Chickens Moult?

- Health and Feather Quality: Over time, feathers become damaged and lose their insulating and waterproofing abilities. Moulting allows chickens to renew their feather coat, ensuring they're well-equipped to regulate their temperature and stay dry.

- Reproductive Cycle: There's an interesting link between moulting and a chicken's reproductive cycle. Moulting often leads to a temporary halt in egg production, giving the hen's body a much-needed break. This rest period is essential for maintaining their health and future egg-laying capacity.

- Seasonal Changes: Typically, moulting aligns with the change in seasons, occurring once a year as the days shorten in autumn. This timing ensures the chicken will have a fresh coat of feathers ready for the colder months, crucial for warmth and protection.

20/03/2024

Check out the colours of these girls, how cool

04/03/2024

Congratulations Great Southern Stock Feeds and many more to come.

Great Southern Stock Feeds are a locally owned family business catering for critters with a home del

04/03/2024

I will be there if you have any questions about coops or housing.

19/02/2024

Get onboard for these great prizes.

17/02/2024

I put this out to any businesses or people that follow us. Please give what you can, if you can. Lets keep the community in community radio. Its doesn't matter if its $5 or $5000. Every bit helps Great Southern FM and their volunteers to keep doing the great job they do.

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15/02/2024

If you can get behind and support the great volunteers from Great Southern FM. The only community radio station in Albany. I know we will be.

03/02/2024

Come on down to the Albany & Districts Poultry Club Inc., First auction of the year. The shed is full of wonderful Breeds some i have never seen here before and absolutely crazy cheap cheap baby chicken cheap prices.

Come on down, Grab a sausage, a great family day out to keep out of the weather and get out of the house.

20/01/2024

Check out the view these lucky girls get !!! I wonder if the doggy is happy with the new yard mates?

19/01/2024

Hi Ho Hi Ho, off for another delivery we go. This Size 4 Chicken Tractor with all the extras was delivered with P.O.L. girls (Point of Lay) , delivery was in Albany and the girls get a new life on a farm.

If you want to become an urban farmer, want somewhere safe to lock up your girls at night on the farm or simply want some chooks as pets with the bonus of breakfast supplied. Feel free to send us a message and let us help you on your chicken journey.

17/01/2024

13/01/2024

Out for another delivery towards Denmark but this time in collaboration with Mum and Me Poultry Albany, Sarahs.Suburban.Silkies & The Chicken Man for a chicken tractor and chickens combo, this Size 4 custom to woodland grey colorbond with all the goods will certainly set the scene for some very lucky chookies. Looking forward to seeing some more photos from this stunning location.

27/12/2023

A bit of handy information for all.

Christmas leftovers
The fridge is still loaded with all the uneaten goodies, some of which are nearing on chicken food. But, just because the chooks will eat it doesn't mean they should.

25/12/2023

Merry Christmas for those that celebrate, Seasons Greeting for everyone else.
I would just like to take this time to thank everyone that has supported us throughout the year. We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday and looking forward to a bigger and better 2024.
From us at Albany Chicken Tractors and Albany Pet Structures

09/12/2023

This Size 5 Tractor is destined for a new home in Southern Cross. It has an upgraded frame, upgraded wheel kit including modified trolley to hook up to a ride on mower and be towed, modified door to hook on feeders with brackets included, modified frame to include automatic chicken door, adapted frame to suit rollaway egg box, waterer frame for mounting auto waterer, and all the standard favourite extras like the fox floor, weathershield and retractable ladder.