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How to Prevent Mice in Chicken Coop Without Poison
Whether it is the warmth and security of the coop, or continuous access to food and water, it’s not uncommon to encounter mice in your chicken tending journey. And, while mice can be adorable and many people adore them as intelligent and low maintenance pets, having them become a frequent flyer in your hen house […]
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Showgirl Silkies
Simply put, a Showgirl Silkie is a unique cross between a silkie and a naked neck chicken (also lovingly referred to as a Turken). The face only a mother could love. What is a Showgirl Silkie? Again, a Showgirl Silkie is a cross between a Silkie and a Turken. You may find large pictures in this […]
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Chickens and Rabbits: Can They Co-Exist?
Chicks and rabbits living harmoniously sounds like a wonderful Easter dream. But, is it attainable or safe for the backyard chicken tender? The quick answer is … it depends. While chickens and rabbits share a lot of amiable characteristics, there are some considerations one should ponder if they are planning on housing the two lovable […]
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Lavender Ameraucana
Let me introduce you to the Lavender Ameraucana, the showstopper of bearded beauty chickens. Not to be confused with the Easter Egger, Americana, or the Araucanas, the Lavender Ameraucanas are a show stopping breed all their own and their luminescent colour is unequalled in the poultry world. These stunning chickens shine like polished silver and […]
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Grass Fed Chickens, Yay or Nay?
“Grass-Fed” EVERYTHING is making a breakthrough in the grocery market, grass-fed beef, goat, lamb chops … but not grass-fed chickens? You can find organic, pasture raised, antibiotic free, but not grass fed when it comes it poultry. What would it even mean to have a grass fed flock and is it healthy for the hens? […]
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How Long Does a Rooster Live?
A domestic rooster will live, on average, 5-8 years. With preferential treatment, and under the right conditions, a backyard rooster that is well cared for can live upwards of 12 years. If you’ve ever been chicken chased by your rooster you know, roosters serve an important part in the health and well being of the […]
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Do Chickens Enjoy Being Pet?
Not always. But if you know how to handle them, you may build a special relationship with them. We hope this tutorial will tell you how. Do Chickens Enjoy Being Touched? In a world of constant need for consent, one might wonder, “Does my hen enjoy being pet?” The short of the long answer is, […]
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Bumblefoot In Chickens
A bumblefoot is an infection in your chicken’s foot. We’re going to detail how to discover it, how to treat it, and how it can be prevented. What is Bumblefoot? Simply put, Bumblefoot is an infection (a staph infection) in your chickens foot. The infection can present in one, or both feet, and is not […]
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Can Chickens See in the Dark?
No. Chickens can’t see in the dark. As evening fades, so does your chickens ability to see something. They are virtually blind in the dark night. In this article, we’re going to check what and how a chicken can see. Then let’s see what are the consequences of this incapacity to see in the dark. […]
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10 Chicken Facts That Are (Almost) Unbelievable
Chickens, like many animals, are often taken for granted as simple creatures. They cluck, crow, lay eggs and peck at the ground — and, to many people, that’s all they do. But as these chicken facts will show you, those people couldn’t be more wrong. The truth is that there’s so much more to chickens […]