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Sebright Chicken: Silver, Golden and Care Guide

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The Sebright chicken is a small but dynamic bird. It enjoys an almost ‘cult’ following of dedicated breeders and keepers. This pint-sized bird is beautiful to look at and can easily fit in the palm of your hand! It is a product of one man’s imagination and quest to create something different in the poultry […]

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Sussex Chicken: Breed Information, Care Guide, Egg Color and More

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The Sussex breed has been with us as an endearing and beloved hen for at least a few centuries. It has been bred as a dual-purpose hen, excelling at both. It has an exciting history and has endured through the ups and downs of the poultry world fads. The Sussex has enjoyed steady, if not […]

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The Complete Guide To Chicken Parasites

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NOTE: This is the first of a two-part series on chicken parasites. This article will focus on external parasites, and the second part of the series will focus on internal parasites. Recently we’ve talked about how to keep your chickens safe from predators, but sometimes the worst enemies are already living in the coop! Chickens […]

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How to Build a Chicken Coop (The Complete Step by Step Guide)

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Calling all flock keepers and backyard chicken enthusiasts, prepare for your next DIY adventure…Build Your Own Chicken Coop! Once you have decided you want to raise chickens, you will have many questions: How can I build a chicken coop? Where do I purchase/find hens? How do I feed and raise my hens? A chicken coop […]

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The Definitive Guide to Chicken Tractors and 13 Free DIY Plans

The Definitive Guide to Chicken Tractors and 13 Free DIY Plans

What exactly is a chicken tractor? Simply put, it is a mobile home, much like a caravan, or trailer, which contains everything your chicken needs in her house. It is a mobile chicken coop. It will contain food, water, a roosting perch, a nesting box, and a nice place for free-range. This definitive guide will […]

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Beginner’s Guide to Raising Backyard Chickens

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Raising chickens can be many things: therapeutic, rewarding, fun and for beginners maybe a bit nerve wracking! There is literally tons of information about raising chicks and chickens and it is hard to sort through it all to determine what is right, what is not and what is just plain weird. In this definitive guide, […]

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Muscovy Duck: Eggs, Facts, Care Guide and More…

Muscovy Duck- Eggs, Facts, Care Guide and More...

The Muscovy duck is an unmistakable sight with its bright red caruncles. This unusual-looking duck has been kept for hundreds of years and is a staple for many indigenous peoples of South America, adding eggs and meat to their diet. Although originally a tropical bird, it has adapted well to various climates and can thrive […]

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The Complete Beginner’s Guide To Hatching Eggs

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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 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 […]

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Clipping Bird Wings: A Comprehensive Guide

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Do you need help clipping bird wings at home? If you want to DIY it and try feather clipping to save a couple of dollars, this guide is for you! It may seem like a daunting task but with this guide along with your vet’s advice, you can succeed in trimming flight feathers by yourself. […]

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Best Chicken Coop Kits: Our 3 Choices and First Time Buyers Guide

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There are many chicken coop kits out there for the chicken enthusiast to choose from, but how do you know where to start, especially if you are also new to chickens? We have set out a buying guide here for you – things to look for, consider and avoid. While circumstances and needs vary from […]

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