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…
Got a pup that keeps your flock safe, and wondering how to keep a dog house warm in winter? I know many of you out there use livestock guardian dogs to protect your chickens. Which means you’ll probably need your dog to stay outdoors, lest a predator takes down your entire flock in one evening….
Molting chickens can be stressful because, well, your flock looks naked and like they’re unhealthy. In fact, they can look like they’ve been to hell and back. They can look scruffy, and you might worry that they’re sick. And you might even take them to the vet! When we say “chickens molting,” you might wonder…
Using DIY chicken coop plans to make a home for your hens is so fun – we built our own coops, and we know that when we need another one, we have the skill set to create it easily. I get lots of questions about how to build a chicken coop, what chicken coops need, what…
This article is sponsored by Omlet. In exchange for an Eglu Cube and run, we agreed to review the coop. However, this review is our objective opinion and honest thoughts about our experience with the Eglu Cube. Testing out Omlet’s Eglu Cube We tested the Eglu Cube with 5 young chickens – 3 pullets and…
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