Chickens are the best
I love chickens! And I can say it’s been a great journey raising them in my backyard. From finding out where can I buy chickens, spoiling them, and raising baby chicks — it’s a good life! There is a lot to love about raising chickens. Not only can you expect a regular supply of the…
Got chickens that love treats? Me too. Often, I can’t walk into the coop without practically being mauled, and if I have dried insect treats, it’s over. This article is inspired by my new book, Cluck Cakes, which shows you how to make 11 gourmet treats for your hens! They’re organic, all natural, and hens…
Chicken frostbite is something that can happen to the best of them. Of course, we want to avoid it, but it’s not always possible. Learn how to prevent it, and how to care for it. Yes, chickens can get frostbite, and yes, they can spring back from it. Every year on our farm, we have to…
A very common question I get about backyard chickens is “Can chickens lay eggs without a rooster?” Now, if you’ve asked yourself this question (or a similar question about chickens laying eggs), and you are still confused, or if you’ve asked someone else, and they’ve laughed at you mercilessly, don’t worry. So, can chickens lay…
A question I frequently get from readers is “How long do chickens live?” So, how long? While on average chickens live about 8 years, chicken lifespans depend on a lot of factors, including breed, quality of life, and environment. There’s also the little fact that many chickens people raise are intended to be food – and you can…
On Facebook, I see people asking why chickens can’t fly, so I thought it would be a good topic for an article. Can chickens fly? While it seems like chickens can’t fly, our feathered friends DO have the CAPABILITY to get some airlift – they’re just not that good at it. In fact, the longest…
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