Chickens Best Animal to Protect Chickens: Guard Against Predators Now Jenny Graham, February 13, 2024February 13, 2024 Backyard chickens are prey to many different predators. It may have you wondering, what is the best animal to protect chickens? Let’s explore the different animals so you can keep your feathered friends safe. Best Animal to Protect Chickens When it comes to the best animal to protect chickens from… Continue Reading
Chickens How Much Space do Chickens Need? Housing for Healthy Hens Jenny Graham, February 9, 2024February 9, 2024 When answering the question, how much space do chickens need, there are several things you’ll need to consider. Are they cooped up full time or are they free-range chickens? Taking into consideration the chicken breed, size of your chickens, temperament, and climate you live in is also important. How Much… Continue Reading
Chickens How Many Nest Boxes For 20 Chickens: Best Nesting Guide Jenny Graham, January 30, 2024January 30, 2024 As a new backyard chicken keeper growing your flock you may wonder, how many nest boxes for 20 chickens is best? Let’s go keep happy, healthy hens, shall we? So, How Many Nest Boxes for 20 Chickens? Many backyard chicken keepers would agree that you should have one nesting box… Continue Reading
Chickens Comparing Quail Egg vs Chicken Egg: Benefits & Taste Donna Larson, January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 Hey there, homesteader. Have you thought about raising quail on your small farm? Let’s compare the benefits and taste of the quail egg vs chicken egg. Quail Egg vs Chicken Egg Size Difference One of… Continue Reading
Chickens Why is My Chickens Comb Pale? Hen’s Health Know How Jenny Graham, January 15, 2024January 15, 2024 Chicken owners are often asking, why is my chickens comb pale? While there are many chicken ailments that can cause your chicken’s comb to be pale, taking a close look at your chicken’s health will help you decide on the underlying cause and best treatment options. Why is My Chickens… Continue Reading
Chickens Remedies: How to Treat Fowl Pox in Chickens Naturally Donna Larson, January 9, 2024January 9, 2024 You learn that you have sick chickens, now what? Now, we’re going to teach you how to treat fowl pox in chickens naturally. Continue Reading
Chickens How to Choose the Best Waterer for Chickens in 2024 Donna Larson, January 4, 2024January 4, 2024 Backyard chickens are becoming more popular as the desire to homestead grows. Choosing the best waterer for chickens in your flock can seem overwhelming … Continue Reading
Chickens Are Chickens Immune to Snake Venom or Does It Kill? Donna Larson, December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 Have you ever wondered are chickens immune to snake venom? Apparently, this is one of those popular beliefs, like a lot of myths, amongst many old homesteaders with no real known origin as to why. Let’s unpack this topic while we answer the question. Continue Reading