Last updated on September 16th, 2019 at 08:09 pm
Small but mighty, quail are hardy little birds most of the time, but if you are new to raising quail, there are a few things you should watch for when it comes to their health.
The following diseases, illness, and ailments are all fairly common in quail breeds, keep a watchful eye on your birds and act quickly when symptoms show their ugly faces.
Last updated on November 20th, 2019 at 01:17 pm
So, you’ve finally given in and decided it was time to add some quail to your home, you’ve placed your order, and now it’s time to prepare a home for your new tenants. Once they arrive, they will be itching to get comfortable in the duds you have created for them.
What Does a Quail Need?
Quail are game birds, and can be relatively similar to… [Read More]
Aside from the fact that quail eggs are gloriously adorable, there are quite a few other reasons to consider getting your hands on these little gems.
Quail are easy birds to keep and care for, and since they are considered game birds, they can also be kept in some cities where chickens are not allowed. Someone who is dying to raise their own meat and eggs, but lacks the space for chickens can easily… [Read More]
Last updated on September 18th, 2019 at 01:19 pm
If you’ve decided to raise your quail in cages, or pens, there are an overwhelming number of options available to you. Quail are relatively easy to care for, and not very picky; however, there are a few things that every quail cage needs, so as you are shopping and planning, check to make sure you have covered all your bases. There are many different kinds… [Read More]
Depending upon the kind of set up you have for your quail, you need to figure out a watering system that your birds will understand and will also keep the environment clean.
It is no fun to have smelly, dirty, water dishes—no fun for you, and definitely no fun for your quail. Bacteria can grow in water that has been soiled by feed and droppings.
Bacteria equals infections, sick birds, and possible death. So, what… [Read More]