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Simple Tips on How to Keep Chickens Safe from Predators
Learn how to keep your chickens safe from predators with these simple tips. Secure coops, predator-proof fencing, and good habits ensure your flock stays protected.
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Essential Tips for Setting Up Your First Chicken Coop
Raising chickens can be a rewarding and fun experience. However, before you start collecting fresh eggs, you need to build a suitable home for your chickens. Setting up your first chicken coop is an important step in keeping your birds healthy, safe, and happy. In this blog, we'll share essential tips on how to create the perfect coop for your flock.
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New Year’s Resolutions for Chicken Keepers: Goals for a Better Flock
As the New Year begins, it's the perfect time for chicken keepers to set new goals for their flock. Simple improvements in nutrition, coop care, and biosecurity can make a big difference in your chickens’ health. Whether you're expanding your flock or enhancing your setup, these tips will help you raise a happier, healthier flock all year long. -
How to Care for Your Chickens While Traveling for the Holidays
Planning to travel during the holidays? Learn how to care for your chickens while you're away with tips on finding a reliable chicken-sitter, preparing the coop for minimal supervision, and protecting your flock from cold weather. Ensure your chickens stay safe and healthy so you can enjoy your holiday stress-free!
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How to Identify Good Layers from Bad Layers in Your Farm
Learn how to spot good egg layers from bad ones in your chicken flock. Improve your farm’s productivity with our tips on identifying top egg producers using physical traits and behaviors. -
How to Prevent Frostbite on Your Chickens’ Combs
Protect your chickens from frostbite this winter with easy tips to keep their combs safe. Learn how to keep your flock healthy and comfortable during cold weather. -
How to Use Supplemental Light for Steady Egg Production in Winter
As winter approaches and the days get shorter, many chicken owners notice a decline in egg production. This happens because hens need about 14-16 hours of daylight to lay eggs regularly. During winter, the reduced daylight hours lead to fewer eggs, or in some cases, none at all. Thankfully, there’s an easy solution—using supplemental light can help your hens continue laying throughout the colder months. In this post, we’ll explain how supplemental light works and share some practical tips to keep your egg production steady during winter. -
Chickens as Therapy Animals: How They Help Relieve Anxiety and Stress
Discover the surprising mental health benefits of raising chickens! From reducing anxiety and stress to providing emotional support, chickens can make wonderful therapy animals. Learn how these feathery friends can offer comfort and companionship in a unique way. -
Managing Chickens in Extreme Weather Conditions
Learn how to manage chickens in extreme weather conditions with tips for modifying coops to handle heat, cold, and severe weather events like floods and snowstorms. Discover techniques for improving ventilation, providing insulation, and using climate-resistant materials to keep your flock safe year-round. -
First Aid Kit for a Backyard Chicken Flock: Essential Items and Tips
Learn how to create a first aid kit for your backyard chicken flock with essential items like antiseptics, bandages, and electrolyte solutions. Ensure your chickens' health and safety by treating minor injuries and illnesses before they escalate. A must-have guide for every backyard chicken owner! -
The ABCs of Backyard Chicken Keeping
Welcome to the ABCs of Backyard Chicken Keeping! Whether you're a seasoned chicken keeper or just getting started, this guide will cover essential topics from A to Z to help you manage a happy, healthy flock. -
Keeping Chickens in Urban Areas: Tips and Regulations
Raising chickens in urban areas is becoming increasingly popular as more people seek to enjoy fresh eggs and the joys of keeping backyard birds. However, urban chicken keeping comes with its own set of challenges and regulations. Here are some essential tips and guidelines to help you navigate the world of urban chicken keeping successfully.
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