November is here…..and there’s plenty you can do in your chicken coop to keep your hens and roosters healthy. Fall is typically when we see an uptick in predators AND you might notice signs your flock is slowing down due to the lack of light and the cold. You likely already noticed your chickens aren’t…
September is here…..which means it’s time to think about what to do in your chicken coop in September! It’s pumpkin season, and there’s lots you can do in your coop this month! Help your flock stay healthy and keep your coop in top shape with these tips! If it gets cold early in your area,…
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Winter is coming….are you prepared? This week on What The Cluck?! we talk about the specific steps you should take to help your backyard flock weather the snow, ice, freezing rain, and cold temperatures when Old Man Winter comes around. You’ll learn: What to do to make sure your coop is a safe, warm home…
Winter is coming, and that means I’m getting a lot of emails asking things like: “Do chickens need heat in winter?” and “Do you need heat lamps for chickens?” Winter is a tricky time on the homestead because you’re navigating through cold weather, wet weather, snowy weather – sometimes all in the same day. Over…