Help! my hens have lice, what should I do?
If you are currently raising hens or are thinking about doing so in the near future, among the most important …
How to treat Threadworms in Chickens
If you’re raising backyard chickens, among the most common problems that you must contend with involve parasitic worms. Your chickens …
Does my hen have cecal worm?
If you raise chickens and engage in poultry farming, there are numerous conditions and health issues that can affect your …
Never put eggshells down the drain.
Egg Shells should not be put down your drain. Likewise, it would be best if you did not put them …
How to build a chicken run
There’s always something rewarding in standing back and taking pride in something you have made yourself. As long as you …
6 Tips to avoid disease in the chicken coop
Just as it is impossible to stop flu season with humans, it is also impossible to 100% stop disease in …
Treating Gapeworm in Chickens
Gapeworm (Syngamus trachea) is a parasitic worm that lives and breeds in the throat of some birds, particularly poultry. These …
Protect chickens from Hawk Attacks
Hawks and Eagles are predatory birds with highly effective attacking skills. With superior vision, incredible speed, and agility, not to …
Use Owl decoys to scare off hawks
While it may sound silly, owl decoys hanging from tree branches or the sides of a chicken run can help …
How to stop flies in the hen house
Flies in summer can become a nightmare. But did you know that flies in the hen house can make your …