Looking back at the first time I ever learned about frizzle chickens, I remember I was REALLY excited to add these crazy looking creatures to my flock! I finally added some this year, but learning about this particular breed has been a lesson in math. You might ask: “what do math and chickens… Read Full Article
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Cackle Hatchery Review & Buyer’s Guide
On one cold, January morning, I received my catalog from Cackle Hatchery, and something stirred in me…..it was time to order baby chicks! A lot of people who read this blog are just getting into backyard chickens, and aren’t really sure how or where to buy their fluffy butts. OR sometimes readers want 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
Polish Chickens: Eggs, Colors, & More
The Polish chicken is a cute, quirky poultry friend that is a true delight to have in your flock. With a natural talent to shine in the coop or shows, the Polish chicken has many qualities that can make it a good addition to your flock. They’re also adorable, friendly, full of personality,… Read Full Article
Bantam Chickens: Owner’s Guide
Looking for an adorable new personality for your lively backyard flock? Then a tiny bantam chicken might be a perfect match for you! These chickens are essentially smaller versions of regular chicken breeds, however, they make for good pets because they lay a lot of eggs that are just as good as a regular… Read Full Article
Cochin Chickens: Eggs, Colors, Personalities & More!
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 cochins, including 2 bantams, and they’re the friendliest, cuddliest chickens in our… Read Full Article