Chicken feet may sound bizarre to some, but they are a delicacy in many cultures. The feet are rich in protein and collagen, and when cooked, can add a gelatinous texture to a dish—particularly to chicken stock or broth, which they are commonly used in. However, cleaning chicken feet can be intimidating—and many people may […]
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Picture this—you’ve just finished up your dinner as a family, and now it’s time to clear the table of leftovers. You scrape the potatoes and green beans into a bin to go out to the chicken coop, and as you prepare to do the same with the scraps of roast chicken on your son’s plate, […]
Chicken is a versatile and delicious protein that is a staple in many households worldwide, with the most being eaten in the United States. In fact, Americans eat an estimated 8 billion chickens each year, with the average person consuming about a hundred pounds of chicken annually. Chicken meat is especially popular with homesteaders and […]
Have you ever heard about emotional support chicken? If you’re emotionally and mentally distressed and looking for a pet that can provide you comfort, entertainment, and affection without judgment, chickens can be a good candidate for that. But you may wonder how little critters can help you deal with your anxieties and problems. Well, in […]
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Is your chicken twisting its head in a weird way? Has it been like this for quite some time? Your chicken could be suffering from wry neck. Sometimes referred to as “crook neck” or torticollis, wry neck is a condition that can affect chickens of all ages and breeds. This comprehensive guide will dive into […]
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Chicken foot problems can significantly impact the health and well-being of your feathered friends. Whether it’s bumblefoot, scaly leg mites, ingrown toenails, overgrown spurs, or too-tight leg bands, we cover each issue and even more. We’ll share these common problems, how to identify them, their causes, treatments, and how to prevent them in the future. […]
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Chickens have a reputation for being simple and unassuming animals. They scratch at the ground, peck at insects, and cluck contentedly in backyards across America. But have you ever wondered if these sweet little birds have a hidden appreciation for music? It may seem like an odd question, but it has intrigued poultry enthusiasts, researchers, […]
Basil is a culinary herb widely used in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines. If you have basil in your garden and your chicken forages in it, there’s a high chance your poultry birds might peck on it. But can chickens eat basil? The answer is yes, chickens can. But can chickens eat all parts of basil […]
If you’ve been keeping poultry birds for a while now, you’ve probably asked yourself, “Do chickens sweat?” It’s interesting to know if poultry birds perspire like us. And if they do, then how do chickens sweat? Well, actually, chickens don’t sweat like humans. But how do chickens expel heat from their body? If you’re curious about […]
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Did you know that you can preserve chicken meat for up to 15 years, even without refrigeration? And the best part is it also makes the food tastier over time. But you may be wondering now how to preserve chicken meat to last that long. Well, if you do, you came to the right place […]
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