Have you noticed some new white spots on your ducks? White patches on ducks’ feathers aren’t always a cause for concern, but they can signify various medical conditions. This is why it’s essential to take note if you spot them. These white patches can range from small and isolated spots to larger areas of discoloration […]
Deworming (also called “worming”) ducks is not a topic that’s frequently discussed but an important component of poultry keeping. In this article, we will discuss every aspect of deworming ducks, from routines to signs of parasites, to options available and more. Can Ducks Be Dewormed? Ducks can be dewormed. It’s not something often discussed, but […]
Perhaps you’ve once cooked some green beans and asked, “can chickens eat green beans?” They’re healthy and tasty but if you’re planning to give your chicken some bean scraps, hold up! There are things you should know about green beans before feeding them to your feathery flock. In this article, we’ll discuss: if chickens can […]
Are you looking for a miniature goat breed with good meat, high butterfat content, and an adorable personality? Look no further than the pygmy goat! This domesticated goat breed may be tiny, but they can be the best of both worlds when it comes to providing you with your milk and meat needs. But is […]
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I must admit, the first time I saw a chicken harness I did a ‘double take’! Having never seen a hen walking on a leash before, it was surprising to say the least. They are fantastic to use in areas where your chickens can’t free-range. You can walk them on a leash to give them […]
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The Sebright chicken is a small but dynamic bird. It enjoys an almost ‘cult’ following of dedicated breeders and keepers. This pint-sized bird is beautiful to look at and can easily fit in the palm of your hand! It is a product of one man’s imagination and quest to create something different in the poultry […]
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The Sussex breed has been with us as an endearing and beloved hen for at least a few centuries. It has been bred as a dual-purpose hen, excelling at both. It has an exciting history and has endured through the ups and downs of the poultry world fads. The Sussex has enjoyed steady, if not […]
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This question is perennial and comes up frequently, so we decided to take some time to answer the question and give the roosters a break from all the bad press they get! Folks tend to say roosters are very noisy – and yes, they can be, but not as noisy as you might think… While […]
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Although we always love doing these articles, this particular article is incredibly difficult to do since there are so many wonderful breeds out there. If we missed out some of your favorite breeds – sorry! We had to eliminate some of ours too. When shortlisting the best chicken breeds for small backyards we used the […]
Although we recently did an article on the Wyandotte chicken, we have received a lot of inquiries about the Blue Laced Red Wyandotte. The Blue Laced Red Wyandotte is perhaps the prettiest Wyandotte. So here’s an article on this beautifully marked bird just for those who think it’s ‘the bomb’. In this article, we discuss […]
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