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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]