Can Chickens Get Constipated? How to Spot and Treat Constipation in Your...
Backyard chicken keeping comes with its fair share of surprises, from discovering your first egg to managing the occasional broody hen. But one thing that can catch chicken keepers off guard is a...
View ArticleSilked Easter Egger MPC
Hello y’all, I wanted to share that my silked easter egger that hatched on April 28th has started laying! She has given us two blue eggs the past 3 days. I will attach some pictures !
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From Sea to Sea: or, the Chickens’ March to Rule the World
From Sea to Sea: or, the Chickens’ March to Rule the World Chickens have played a small but important role in the history of the world for the last few thousand years. They are believed to have been...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Keeping Ducks in Your Backyard
Backyard farming isn’t just about chickens anymore. While chickens have long reigned supreme as the go-to choice for fresh eggs and lively companionship, there’s another bird ready to make its debut in...
View ArticleHelp why she like this
Hi everyone can someone help me please why is my chicken standing like this she has been like this for the last week she doesn't seem to be in pain she is eating and drinking like normal but I have...
View ArticleDoes my chicken have fowl pox?
Hiiiii everyone! So I was making sure the chickens are in their coop tonight and I noticed that my Easter egger has a white dot on her beak/mouth area! Could this be fowl pox? I have 3 other chickens...
View ArticleThe Secret Weapon for Safe Coops: Why Hardware Cloth is a Backyard Chicken...
Raising backyard chickens is a fun, rewarding, and sometimes clucking hilarious adventure. Whether you’re in it for the fresh eggs, the lively companionship, or a more self-sufficient lifestyle,...
View ArticleUnderstanding Diarrhea in Chickens: An In-Depth Guide
Understanding Diarrhea in Chickens: An In-Depth GuideHey there, fellow chicken enthusiasts! If you’re raising chickens, you know they can be delightful companions—and sometimes a bit of a challenge....
View ArticleCaring for Ducks in Winter: Your Ultimate Guide
Caring for Ducks in Winter: Your Ultimate GuideHey there, fellow duck enthusiasts! As the chilly months roll in, it’s time to think about how to keep our feathered friends happy and healthy during...
View ArticleA-Z Chicken Treats and Their Health Benefits
The first time you get chickens your probably wondering, what treats can I give my chickens? Its good to give chickens treats to give them a diverse diet, especially if they don't free range! In this...
View ArticleThe Ins and Outs of Chicken Egg Laying in Winter
How Winter Affects Egg Laying Decreased DaylightAs winter approaches, the days get shorter, leading to a decline in egg production. Hens may stop laying altogether if they receive less than 12 hours...
View ArticleCoccidiosis in chickens: What is it?!
Coccidiosis is a disease most chicken keepers have experienced at least once, but it is a scary problem to deal with for those new to chickens. Luckily, there are lots of things you can do to help your...
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DIY Dove Release: Why it’s a Bad Idea
The white dove is a powerful symbol of peace, love, and freedom. These majestic birds are often used during weddings, funerals, and memorials to create an awe-inspiring spectacle. But, have you ever...
View ArticleDucks VS Chickens: Why to choose chickens
The debate between ducks and chickens is harsh, like cats and dogs. Before we start let's just say, that both birds are great pets and poultry, however here are some reasons why you should choose...
View ArticleClucking Christmas: Making the Holidays Safe and Fun for Your Chickens
Christmas is a season of joy, family, and delicious food—and that includes your feathered friends! If you’re a backyard chicken keeper, you might wonder how to share the holiday cheer with your flock....
View ArticleCaring for Pigeons in an Aviary or Indoors
Pigeons make great pets, something that is unknown to many people, even those who keep chickens and other types of birds! In this article I will go over the basics of caring for pigeons outdoors in an...
View ArticleMy DIY chicken coop.
Here is my coop. I built it almost three years ago. Modified a design I found online by Ana White. I omited the hole in the floor, the clean out tray (as I'm doing the deep litter methid with hemp) and...
View ArticleHi i just got a African gosling / possibly a Chinese? Goose i have #3 -2 year...
This goose has been raised with chickens not geese and was started out on goose food but aparently has been eating chicken food for a while now... I'm worried becuse (noodle... his /it's name ) has a...
View ArticleEliminating Lice (or Mites) on Chickens
Introduction So your birds are losing feathers and looking scraggly, but aren’t molting.Or maybe you actually saw the pests crawling on them.Either way you’ve come to the right place.(This article is...
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Painted Woods Quaviary - A Button Quail Aviary
This is my journey of building an aviary in one of my spare bedrooms for my 32 Button quail, also known as Chinese Painted quail or King quail. The empty room: I scrubbed the logs clean with Murphy Oil...
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