Last updated on February 25th, 2019 at 10:51 pm
The vast majority of chickens have combs, but why is that?
It is a very unique and important part of the chicken as we shall learn. The first ‘combs’ were found on the dinosaur remains of the Edmontosaurus (one of the last dinosaurs on Earth).
Today we are going to explore exactly why chickens have combs, what sort of comb types there are,… [Read More]
Today’s topic is common disease and problems found in your flock that you can usually treat at home.
Some of the diseases and problems that can plague chickens are easily dealt with at home using common remedies that you likely have in your medicine chest.
As we all know, running off to the veterinary every time something occurs is expensive and often happens on ‘off’ hours or weekends.
So in this article we discuss the… [Read More]
Last updated on June 15th, 2019 at 07:25 am
Chicken waterers are an essential part of your equipment for flock care. You can find them in farm stores and online – but so many choices, which do you choose?
We are here to help you decide which will be the best type for your flock and your circumstances.
You have gravity waterers, nipples waterers, chicken cups, automatics but which one is best?
In this… [Read More]
Last updated on May 15th, 2019 at 09:01 pm
That time of year is almost upon us again – hatching season!
Many of us get the hatching bug and long to hatch out some of our own chicks – after all, they are very fuzzy, cute and endearing.
In our guide below we cover everything you need to know about hatching eggs; from setting up the incubator to what to do on hatching day, we… [Read More]
Last updated on August 6th, 2019 at 07:09 pm
Keeping chickens is relaxing and enjoyable, but before you get your fluffy little friends there are a few things you should have ready.
Just as we need some furniture, carpets and other goodies to make our homes complete, so do chickens.
They aren’t as demanding as most folks, but there are a few supplies they need.
We have put together a list of chicken supplies we… [Read More]