Taking time with your hens is the highlight of anyone’s day, and treats make it all the more special. My hens come running when they see I have goodies (and sometimes jump ON me), and it’s definitely adorable watching how excited they get. Suet cakes (treats made with a fat to bind the ingredients together)…
The second we got our farm, natural chicken keeping became a priority. The egg itself is said to be the perfect source of protein, and chickens are so easy to keep that they make sense for any farm. Natural chicken keeping also has the added benefit of saving you money, as long as you do…
If you’re looking to learn about the Australorp chicken breed AND want to know the best hatcheries to buy them from, then congratulations! You’ve found the best one-stop shopping guide for Australorp chickens! Australorp Chickens (especially the black variant) are gaining popularity because they’re excellent layers of brown eggs AND a great option for meat…
If you want to know all about Rhode Island Red Chickens AND the best hatcheries to buy them from, you’ve come to the right place! Fast Facts About Rhode Island Red Chickens Fast Facts About Rhode Island Red Appearance Rhode Island Red hens come in a range of red colors (surprise!). The color will sometimes…
A common question I get from chicken owners is how to stop a rooster attack or retrain a rooster if they have become aggressive. Now, I’m not going to lie. This isn’t the easiest thing to do in the world. When a rooster attacks, it’s called “flogging” (how’s that for a wonderfully descriptive, not-very-much-fun term)….
Today we’re going to talk about how to keep your chickens laying through winter. And since mine have started to drop off in production, this is a topic near and dear to my heart. There are many reasons why a hen can drop off production in the winter, and we’re going to look at reasons…
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