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 …
Coop Management
If you already have backyard chickens you know how much fun they can be. Regardless of whether you are a novice backyard chicken keeper or an old farmhand, dust of the webs and learn some great ideas to make your chicken coop better for your ladies. You’ll find it all here. Better coop management ideas, tips and tricks and fun stuff that your chooks will love.
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 …
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 …
How to make a dust bath for hens
So you’ve made the chicken coop. You’ve bought the chickens. And now you are wondering why on earth they are …
How to prevent chickens from getting bored
Guess what! You don’t have to spend much to prevent chicken boredom. You can even get the kids involved in …
Rats and chickens. What you need to know
Most people know that backyard chickens create a haven for rats and other pests. Rats in particular pose multiple health …
What you need to add in a Chicken Run
Keeping chickens as backyard pets is a fun and rewarding hobby that yields many tasty eggs. As is true of …
Symptoms of Heat Stress in Chickens
Just like other household pets, chickens can cope with hot days. However, unless they have access to shade and plentiful …