As we move through the process of raising baby chicks, we want to address some potential problems you may encounter. One of these is an issue known as piling. Piling occurs when baby chicks clump together for safety. For example, if it’s cold or dark, then the chicks might lay on top of each […]
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How To Tell If Eggs Are Good (5 Best Ways)
Wondering how to tell if eggs are good? We’ve all been there. You open the refrigerator, excited to cook a delicious omelet or a healthy scramble. You open the egg carton, only to notice that the expiration date stamped on the cardboard has long since passed. What’s an egg-lover to do? Don’t rush […]
DIY Automatic Coop Door With ChickenGuard
Building your own DIY automatic coop door is easy with a ChickenGuard Automatic Coop Door Opener! (For this article, ChickenGuard provided us with a free Automatic Coop Door Opener. This article reflects my own personal opinions using this product). With the hot summers and chilly winters (with lots of freezing rain) in Southeast […]
October Chicken Coop Checklist: What To Do In Your Coop In October
It’s fall, y’all….and that means you gotta make sure your backyard chickens are ready before the cold sets in. I know in some parts of Canada (looking at you, Alberta) that it’s already snowing….but for most of the United States, it’s just starting to get cool. And there’s lots you can do right […]
Wheat Berry & Lemon Balm Happy Tummy Treats
Taking time with your hens is the highlight of anyone’s day, and treats make it all the more special. My hens come running when they see I have goodies (and sometimes jump ON me), and it’s definitely adorable watching how excited they get. Suet cakes (treats made with a fat to bind the […]
How To Keep A Chicken Coop Warm In Winter
Not sure how to keep a chicken coop warm in winter? Then pull up a chair, because we got quite a few (battle-tested) ideas for you today. (Want to know how to keep your flock’s water from freezing? Get my genius hacks here). While the winters never get too brutal here in […]