I gotta give my love to Plymouth Rock chickens – they’re a true American breed. Chickens come in all shapes and sizes, and the numerous breeds around the world have long found key roles in our backyards, our farms, and sometimes, even in our houses (silkies especially)! Yet there has long been a… Read Full Article
Chicken Breeds
Cream Legbars: Hatchery Reviews & More
Pet birds don’t get much better than Cream Legbar chickens. They lay blue eggs and you can tell which are males and which are females seconds after they hatch – what’s not to love? This fascinating breed of chicken is a relative newcomer to the backyard flock scene, but because of their good looks,… Read Full Article
Barred Rock Chickens: Buyer’s Guide
When we first started keeping hens, we first started with Barred Rock chickens. With their beautiful black and white feathers, what wasn’t there to love about this striking breed? Barred Rock chickens are one of the most well known breeds out there – and subsequently, one of the most popular. Once upon a… Read Full Article
Wyandotte Chickens: Buyer’s Guide
If you want a truly beautiful hen in your flock, you can’t go wrong with a Wyandotte chicken. With their intricately laced feathers and easy-going personalities, they’re the perfect addition to any backyard flock. We have a few of these hens in our coop, and they not only are fun to look at, they… Read Full Article
Buff Orpington Chickens: Buyer’s Guide
Buff Orpington chickens are one of the most popular breeds out there – and it’s because they’re nearly the perfect chicken! Originating in the United Kingdom, Orpingtons are a heritage breed that’s well loved because of its calm nature, beautiful feathers, and functional purposes. If you’re thinking of adding one to your flock,… Read Full Article
Top 10 Largest Chicken Breeds That Are Also Great Pets
You might be surprised at the largest chicken breed, or you might already have an idea of the winner. Giant chicken breeds are a great addition to any backyard flock! They have presence, they’re usually very beautiful, they definitely resemble tiny dinosaurs, and you’ll enjoy watching them! With each of the breeds in… Read Full Article