There’s nothing more exciting than hearing that first tiny chirp. You’ve painstakingly, and impatiently, monitored your incubator... almost obsessively. Hey, no judgment here, I’m a nervous wreck ...
Houdan Chicken: Fancy Egg Layers and Quality Meat Producers
Very few chickens look as unique and outstanding as the Houdan does. If you like birds that stand out in the crowd with quirky characters, look no further. Houdans proudly carry a headdress of ...
7 Ways to Stop Your Rooster from Crowing Constantly
Mornings in movies depict the sun rising, a familiar tune playing, and of course, a rooster crowing. To some, it's a comforting sound. To others, it's unbearable...especially when roosters don't just ...
Kiko Goat: Breed Info, Characteristics, Breeding, and Care
Hailing from New Zealand, the Kiko goat was bred to grow fast and function as a high-production meat goat. The word “Kiko” is derived from the Maori word meaning meat or flesh. And the breed ...
Dutch Bantam Chicken: Small yet Mighty Egg Producers
Dutch Bantam chickens are friendly birds that are loved for their above-average egg production and excellent show qualities. Children adore the Dutch Bantam because they are small and easier to handle ...
Holland Chicken: A Useful and Critically Endangered Breed
If you’ve ever seen the slightly more common Plymouth Rock, Holland chickens won’t look too unfamiliar to you. Despite many similarities to both Dominique and Barred Rock chickens, Hollands have some ...
Everything You Need to Know About Caring for Ducks in Winter
Winter is just around the corner, and if you have ducks, you can’t go into hibernation quite yet! There are some things you need to know about caring for ducks in winter. Luckily, ducks are ...
Java Chicken: A Heritage American Dual-Purpose Bird
The Java chicken is a very unique and old bird with a captivating history and many very useful traits for the modern, sustainable farmer. Java chickens were bred to be the ideal all-in-one bird for ...
10 Common Lambing Problems and How to Deal with Them
When you first start raising sheep, whether it’s for milk, meat, or fiber production, there is a lot of information you need to absorb. From what to feed sheep to whether you can keep them ...