Guides for Raising Healthy Chickens Anywhere
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There’s nothing quite like the feeling of collecting your first fresh eggs from your own backyard flock. The secret to a consistent supply of delicious eggs, as well as happy, healthy birds, is a well-planned and consistent feeding schedule. As a backyard chicken keeper for over 5 years, the one thing I’ve learned is that … Read more
Watching your flock peck around the yard, it’s tempting to share a tasty snack from your kitchen. But what’s a healthy treat and what’s potentially harmful? This guide provides clear, definitive answers on whether chickens can eat watermelon, tomatoes, and bananas, along with a comprehensive reference for many other common fruits and vegetables. By the … Read more
Want healthier chickens and lower feed bills? Moving toward a self-sufficient lifestyle often means taking control of every aspect of your homestead, and that includes what you feed your flock. Many new chicken keepers are surprised to learn they can mix their own feed from scratch. This article is your simple, step-by-step guide to crafting … Read more
Have you ever stood in the feed store, faced with a wall of bags—Starter, Grower, Layer, Pellets, Crumbles—and then a separate bag of “Scratch Grains,” and felt completely overwhelmed? You’re not alone. This is one of the most common points of confusion for new chicken keepers. The difference is simple, yet critically important for your … Read more
On a sunny day, it’s common to see a chicken find a patch of sun, lie down, and spread her wings. This “sunbathing” looks blissful, but it can make a caring owner wonder: can they get too much of a good thing? The surprising answer is yes, chickens can get sunburned, but it’s not as … Read more
It’s a question every backyard chicken keeper eventually asks themselves while looking at a sick bird: “Is this serious enough for a vet?” The uncertainty can be stressful, especially when you feel like your flock’s health rests on your shoulders. This guide is designed to help you make that call with confidence. It will provide … Read more
You pick up your favorite hen and notice she’s limping slightly. You check her foot and see a small, dark scab on the pad. Your mind immediately jumps to the dreaded word: Bumblefoot. It’s a common and treatable condition, but it can be intimidating for chicken owners. This guide is designed to be your trusted … Read more
The first time you see a chicken molt, it’s easy to panic. Your once-beautiful hen might look like a half-plucked, grumpy porcupine. The coop is suddenly covered in feathers, and her egg production has come to a screeching halt. Don’t worry—this shocking transformation is a normal, healthy, and necessary annual process. It’s simply your chicken’s … Read more
It’s a heart-sinking feeling to see a normally active chicken suddenly become quiet and listless. The vibrant, busy member of your flock is now huddled in a corner, barely moving. Lethargy is a serious and non-specific symptom, meaning it can be a sign of many different underlying issues, from a simple case of dehydration to … Read more
If you have chickens, you have flies. It’s an unavoidable part of backyard poultry keeping. But are these buzzing pests just an annoyance, or do they pose a real threat to your flock’s health? The truth is, while a few flies are harmless, a fly infestation is a serious problem. In this guide, we’ll cover … Read more