When I see the Modern Game Chickens the first word that comes to mind for me is 'prehistoric' as they proudly sport their long legs and dinosaur-like poses. I don’t think there is anything too ...
How to Identify and Treat an Egg Bound Chicken
As the name of this affliction may suggest, there is nothing pleasant for a hen about being egg bound. Not only is an egg bound chicken extremely uncomfortable, but she is also in danger. If ...
New Hampshire Red Chicken: Simple Birds for the Practical Farmer
When I think of a hardy, no-nonsense chicken breed with excellent production abilities, New Hampshire Red Chickens are some of the first birds that come to mind. These chickens are also an excellent ...
How to Introduce New Chickens into an Old Laying Flock
When I first started chicken keeping, I didn't realize how much raising chickens was like keeping a garden. By that, I mean there's the routine daily maintenance like feeding, watering, and coop ...
Marek’s Disease in Chickens: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention
Although owning chickens come with huge benefits, there are also perils. One of these is a chicken disease that is extremely contagious and deadly, called Marek's Disease. If you own a flock of ...
How to Create a Chicken Garden to Promote Health in Your Flock
A chicken garden is a great way to supplement your chickens’ diets and keep them busy. If you have issues with your chooks scratching your garden into oblivion, then they need their own garden. ...
What NOT to Feed Chickens: 9 Food Your Chickens Shouldn’t Eat
One of the most entertaining things about owning chickens is watching them gobble down a new treat. It's fun to give your flock table scraps or garden clippings, and for the most part, chickens have ...
Penedesenca Chicken: Spanish, Dark Brown Egg Layers
Penedesenca Chickens are small and active birds that are well suited for farms where they can range far and wide. Penedesencas also have a high tolerance to heat due to their Spanish origins, so ...
7 Ways to Keep Chickens Out of Your Garden
Every summer, it's the same problem. Your chickens free-range in the morning, and in the evening your garden is nearly unrecognizable. Fortunately, I've put together a handful of time-tested ...