Are you looking for some natural treats to feed your chickens? Lemons may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but believe it or not, they can actually provide tons of health benefits and make great snacks for your feathered friends. In this post, we’ll look in-depth at how chickens can safely eat […]
Eggplant is a nightshade family member, so can chickens eat eggplant? The answer is yes, chickens can but in moderation. However, this plant contains alkaloid compounds that may pose a risk to our flock. So there are precautionary measures you should know about, especially if your chickens can access your eggplant garden. That’s why, in […]
Can chickens eat Brussels sprouts? This may be a question that has got many backyard chicken owners wondering. Chickens are not fussy eaters. You can feed them just about anything as long as they are safe and do not pose any choking risk. People enjoy the taste of Brussels sprouts, and so do chickens. But, […]
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Peanuts are a delicious treat for humans and animals, especially chickens. Your flock will go crazy over peanut treats. It is entirely okay to feed peanuts to chickens, so long as it is done in moderation and the peanuts have not been covered in any added oils, salts, kinds of butter, or seasonings. Will Chickens […]
Chickens are omnivores, so they can eat a wide variety of vegetables and fruits, but can chickens eat pears? This juicy green-skinned fruit with white flesh has a more delicate flavor than apples. But is it safe for chickens to consume? In this article, we’ll discuss: If chickens can eat pears’ flesh, seeds and skin […]
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Most backyard roosters live to be five to ten years old if they are allowed to live until the end of their natural lives. Roosters that are commercially raised only live to be around six to ten weeks old; this is because about 4.61 billion roosters are butchered in the US annually by commercial growers. […]
Tasty treats like fruits which should be 10 to 30% of your feathery pet’s diet, can help meet their nutritional needs and kickstart their growth, but can chickens eat plums and other juicy fruits? Chickens are omnivores who love to feast on insects and forage. But if you want to give them plums or scraps, […]
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It’s no secret that chocolate cake is a delicious dessert people all over the world enjoy. But what happens if that sweet treat goes bad or molds before you can eat it? Can chickens eat chocolate cake that you no longer want? The short answer is no; if you’re interested in why that is, read […]
Despite having breasts (or a breast), chickens do not have nipples, and they do not produce milk. Curious about chicken anatomy, physiology, and how chicks get their food? Read on! Do Chickens Breastfeed? Chickens do not breastfeed their young. Instead, brand-new chicks get their nutrition from their egg yolk. Shortly after, they get their nutrition […]
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 […]