A common question I get is whether chick grit is necessary. And the answer is yes….and no. It depends on a few factors, namely, whether your feeding your chicks treats, letting them forage, or feeding extra things like herbs. Like older chickens, grit can help chicks digest their food. In fact, if you’re feeding anything…
I bet you didn’t know that charcoal for chickens is healthy. In this article, I’m going to tell you exactly what I’m talking about. A few years ago, my husband got a wild hair to light a fire – right near our winter hay barn. When the fire department had left, and everything stopped burning…
It’s Treat Tuesday! And this week’s treat is all about deworming chickens naturally with herbs! Now, I’m the first to say that there haven’t been too many studies about herbal dewormers themselves, particularly for chickens, ducks, geese, and the like. Back in the day, people HAD to rely on herbs and natural resources to keep…
This week’s recipe is one of my hen’s favorites (just watch the video below!) and yours will love it, too. This time of year, it’s important to make sure your hens have enough protein and calcium in their diet so they produce healthy, strong eggshells as the return to laying. That’s why today’s treat features…
Speckled Sussex Chickens are a beautiful sight and much more. Here’s everything you need to know about this breed of chickens! Speckled Sussex chickens have wonderful, inquisitive, and “big” personalities, not to mention the beautiful “speckles” on their feathers! Ours willingly sit on our laps or take treats from our hands – they’re the perfect…
Who doesn’t love spending bonding time with their backyard chickens? I know I do! The time I spend with my chickens is the highlight of my day, and I’m sure it is for you, too. And what better way to spend time with your flock then feeding them treats they’ll ADORE?? This week’s high protein…
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