As a chicken owner, it’s natural to want to spoil your feathered friends with treats. But when it comes to giving them human food, it’s important to know what’s safe and what’s not. One food many people enjoy as a snack is popcorn, but can chickens eat popcorn? The short answer is yes; chickens can […]
If your chickens start acting ill, your mind might start racing with all the things that could be going wrong. Coccidiosis is a prevalent killer in chickens, and it’s pretty easy to identify and treat if you know how to catch it quickly. Read on to learn everything you need to know about coccidiosis in […]
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The Australorp is a fairly recent arrival on the chicken scene. Still, it has made a huge impression on chicken keepers and the poultry industry the world over in its relatively short history. The name is a contraction of Australian black Orpington. Several different names called the breed before Australorp was settled upon. Since Australians […]
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Do you remember Foghorn Leghorn? He was the cartoon rooster loved by thousands of kids who watched Looney Tunes on TV. He is probably the best-known Leghorn chicken in the world! Originally, these beautiful birds were called Italians, but this was changed over the years to Leghorns. This article will explain Leghorn’s history, temperament, and […]
Whether you are looking to cut down on feed expenses, give your chickens more of what they need, or looking into sustainable practices for prepping, making your own chicken feed can be a smart practice to possess. In this ultimate guide to making your own chicken feed, you will learn everything you need to know […]
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Also known as the Sapphire Blue Plymouth Rock or Blue Plymouth Rock, the Sapphire Gem is all the rage for novelty and specialty chicken fanciers. Scouring the internet for information on this rare variety will most likely lead you down a dead-end road or to the local jewelers’ websites. There is conflicting information on this […]
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We have all heard of it, but what exactly is it? The egg float test is a simple test that checks for the egg’s freshness. But is it just an old wives’ tale, or does this test actually work? Today’s topic is just that. Egg Float Test: Is it a Myth or Fact? We’re going […]
The Rhode Island Red is probably one of the most successful chicken breeds in the world! It has spread from its homeland to all corners of the globe and is thriving even in the face of the modern industrial hens and intensive farming practices. Rhode Island Red: Why is It So Popular? You see them […]
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It’s always a cause for concern when your chickens stop laying eggs. In fact, noticing this can help you identify if your chickens are ill. That’s why we always keep track of the number of eggs our chickens lay. This way, we know straight away if something is wrong. There are lots of reasons why […]
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How are chicken eggs fertilized? Well, we all know that you don’t need a rooster to get an egg, right? Our hens will lay an egg daily with or without any assistance from the male sex. However, if you want fertilized chicken eggs, you will need a rooster to perform his duties with your hens, […]