If you’ve ever owned a pet bird, you know that they can be curiously cheeky creatures. But one behavior that might leave you stumped is feather plucking. Why do birds do it? Is it a medical condition? A behavioral issue? Or are they just trying to drive you crazy? Let’s take a closer look at […]
Goats are varied and versatile animals, with many different breeds serving different purposes. Some goats are used for their meat, some for their milk, and others for their fiber. There are also breeds that are kept as pets. Some homesteaders prefer long-haired goats for better resources. No matter what your purpose is for raising a […]
If you have ducks on your farm, you may have noticed that some of them can be quite aggressive. While it’s normal for ducks to get into the occasional squabble, overly aggressive behavior can be a problem. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to deal with aggressive ducks on your farm. Are […]
Previously, we talked about kiwis, but you may wonder, can chickens eat tomatoes? They’re a staple in many dishes because of their umami flavor and we can eat them raw or cooked. But since it belongs to the nightshade family, it’s a different story for chickens. So, in this article, we’ll discuss the following: If […]
Are you wondering how to cure goat illnesses? Unfortunately, there are several types of illnesses to which goats are vulnerable. Many people believe that goats are resilient animals, but this isn’t always the case. Even though they have a natural ability to fight off illness and disease, sometimes there is nothing we can do but […]
Read More… from Guideline for Goat Illnesses: Causes, Cures & Prevention
You love your chickens and your lawn, but even more, you love watching your chickens enjoy your lawn. However, you absolutely hate weeds and pests! You want a beautiful lawn and kill every tick that moves. Many products are available to rid your lovely lawn of unsightly weeds and the insects that damage your garden. […]
Read More… from Are Herbicides and Pesticides Safe for Chickens?
If you’ve read this blog for a while, you know that my hens get spoilt and have lots of snacks. I’ve even written about their favorite 9 healthy snacks and table scraps! However, one of their absolute favorite snacks is flock block. During this time of year, flock blocks are fantastic. My hens love to […]
Read More… from DIY Flock Block Recipe For Chickens: Homemade Peck Block
Today we will look at a few of the problems and issues of caring for chickens. Of course, these issues don’t arise solely for chickens but for any livestock you care for, even pets. Your animals and birds rely on you to feed, water, and house them, so it’s impossible to ‘drop the ball’ and ignore their […]
Read More… from Are You Prepared For A Chicken Emergency? How to Create a Backup Plan
Many people think of goats as cute little animals that live in the barnyard and eat hay. In reality, goats are versatile creatures that you can use for various purposes on a small farm. This includes raising goats for meat. If you’re thinking about adding goat meat to your farmstead diet or just curious about […]
This weeks’ focus is on chicken facts that perhaps you didn’t know. Most of us know about our ladies in a general way, but we have been digging around to find lesser known facts about our feathered friends! Surprisingly, it was hard to narrow down the list to 25 – there are lots of interesting […]
Read More… from 25 of the Best Chicken Facts (Binocular Vision, Dinosaurs and More)