Eggs are one of the amazing benefits of having chickens – in addition to their great companionship and equistite bug eating skills. But if you’re new to chickens, or if you are trying to make sense of all the old wives’ tales out there, you might wonder things like when do chickens start laying eggs…
Be ready to fall in love with a big fluffy, friendly mass feathers when you start raising Cochin chickens! Whether you raise the full-size version or a bantam cochin chicken, you’re sure to have a new best friend! We own several cochin chickens, including 2 bantams, and they’re the friendliest, cuddliest chickens in our flock….
Building a chicken coop – or at least providing a safe home – is a task we take on the moment we bring home chickens for the first time. With a such a huge task like this, it’s easy to get overwhelmed – especially after you realize that your new feathered friends are a meal…
Anyone who handles pet chickens knows how important chicken wire (also known as poultry wire), mesh, and netting are to keeping your flock well managed and cared for. While we love our hens and think of them as part of the family, the truth is the rest of the animal kingdom views our fluffy butts…
Known as one of the most popular chicken breeds, Silkie chicken’s odd features – specific to their breed – are what makes them such great pets. Before you add these lovely fluffy butts to your flock, there might be some questions you have. In this article, I share 8 Silkie chicken facts that’ll help you…
Winter or summer, you need high-protein treats for chickens. Learn more about the role of protein and how to provide enough for your flock. Chicken feathers are essential for their health and well-being. They provide insulation, regulate body temperature in various climates, and protect against environmental elements and injuries. In essence, feathers are vital for…
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