Debeaking chickens has been standard among the poultry industry to keep their flocks from picking at each other. But recent studies have shown that debeaking could lead to long-term damage. As a result, we have been on the lookout for the best methods to keep the peace in our hens. And we have come up …
With summer upon us, mites and lice are a massive issue with our backyard chickens. If you aren’t careful, they can overrun your poultry flock and infest any other livestock you might have. These tiny parasites can seem impossible to get rid of. But today, we are going to tell you how to treat chicken …
Who doesn’t like to share a nice snack with their chickens? There is nothing better than kicking back on a sunny afternoon with your favorite snack to watch your hens. But what if your favorite snack was also your chicken’s favorite? Well, if you are a fan of trail mix or any nuts, you might …
Feeding our backyard chickens a few treats brings joy to everyone. Your chickens are happy to get a little extra on top of their complete feed. And if you plan it right, a treat can make up for areas of the diet that’s lacking. But one area that always seems to get a little confused …
Today we are going to talk about one heated debate among small poultry flocks. That’s how to safely debeak my small flock of backyard chickens. If done correctly, debeaking your chickens can calm a flock and even produce more eggs. But if you don’t do it in the right way, it could lead to heartache …
There is a lot of conflicting information on there about what chickens can and can not eat. Everything from banana peels to sweet potatoes to raisins is debatable in the chicken community. And we are here to put in our findings. Can chickens eat raisins? Let’s take a close look. Can Chickens Eat Grapes? Chickens …
If you are new to chickens, you might have heard a little about medicated chicken feed. What is it, and is it something you should give to your chicks? There are so many misconceptions about medicated feed that it can get confusing quickly. Let’s look at a few medicated chicken feed pros and cons and …
Sometimes we wish that our chickens could tell us exactly how they feel. It would help diagnose issues, resolve flock disagreements, and even the age of our older hens. Unfortunately, none of us are Dr. Doolittle, so we have to rely on other methods. And one of those methods is to look at your chicken’s …
Hatching your first clutch of eggs is a thrilling time. You have nursed these little eggs for 21 days, and now they are ready to make their appearance. But now you have more questions. What should be a fun experience becomes more stressful than the incubation period. What should I do when baby chickens start …
Admit it. We’ve all wished we could sleep in just a few more minutes before tending to our flock. But when the rooster crows, it’s our job to get up and let them out. Otherwise, you could have a chicken mutiny on your hands. The good news is that the modern era has brought us …