Finding snakes in your chicken coop can be frightening. It puts stress on your hens, and the snake might run off with your eggs or chicks. And if you have looked online for snake repellents, you might have seen a few good ideas. But upon further investigation, you will find that these methods aren’t safe …
We love our chickens for the fresh meat and eggs they provide. But if you’ve been in the chicken keeping game for any length of time, you know they get expensive. How much feed do 10 chickens need? A small flock will only cost about $60 a month to feed, which isn’t bad. But if …
Today we are going to talk about how to deworm your chickens naturally. Deworming is a regular part of owning chickens. The average flock will need preventative deworming at least twice a year. And if your chickens test positive for worms, you will have to treat them again. While this is a natural part of …
Today we are going to talk about the oh so glorious topic of chicken poop. Yes, that’s right. We will have you examining your chicken’s feces daily and getting to know what they all mean. After all, the droppings will help you diagnose disease or malnourishment. So it’s crucial to keep a close eye on …
How cold is too cold for chickens? It might surprise you that this question comes with lots of answers. How your chickens handle the cold depends on their age, health, and breed. So what might be the perfect weather for one chicken is too cold for another. Most adult chickens can handle temperatures below freezing, …
Did you know that some countries have made it illegal to keep chickens without a roost? No matter if you have a backyard flock or a commercial chicken farm, they require it by law. Why do chickens need a roost? Today we are going to talk about everything you need to know about chicken roosts. …
If you’ve never had a garden before, your hens will entertain you with their excitement and love them. They will peck around and eat from them throughout the day, which helps boost their nutrients. But what flowers are bad for chickens? Aaaaah. Take a deep breath because spring is here. With spring comes new chicks, …
Winter should always be on a chicken owner’s mind. No matter if it’s spring or summer. Planning your flock according to your climate is the first step into preparing for winter. So for our Northern below freezing friends, we have the 10 top cold hardy chicken breeds. You can pick any chicken breed from this …
If you’ve kept chickens for any amount of time, you might have heard a few myths. Everything from breeding to intelligence to care is always under speculation. One of the most widely spread myths pertains to chicken earlobes. You might have heard of this myth before, or maybe you never noticed your chickens have earlobes. …
When you buy chickens, there are so many terms thrown around. Most people like to begin their flocks with chicks. There are plenty of benefits of going this route, but it’s not for everyone. You might have also seen terms like pullet or started pullet on a breeder website. What does this mean? And how …