Are you struggling with ways to keep your flock entertained? I know that I sure did when we lived in the city. Keeping your chickens entertained is one of the best ways to prevent chicken fights from happening. If your chickens can’t free-range then it will especially be important to keep them entertained. Tip 1-Continue reading “Ways to keep your chickens entertained”
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Three reasons why you should have a rooster!
I absolutely love my rooster, we inherited him when we moved here and I am so glad that we got him! Today I am going to give you three reasons of why you should get a rooster. They will give up their life for their ladies There are so many stories of roosters giving upContinue reading “Three reasons why you should have a rooster!”
Buff Orpingtons- is this breed right for you?
I love my two Buff Orpingtons, they are both super sweet and gentle, and they have beautiful golden feathers! About the breed Buff Orpingtons are a dual-purpose breed meaning that they can be used for eggs and meat. If using for eggs you can expect to get 250 large brown eggs each year. There isContinue reading “Buff Orpingtons- is this breed right for you?”
How to clip chicken wings
If your chickens are escaping out of their fence or run then you will love this article. By clipping their wings they will no longer be able to fly out of that area! It is a super simple and easy way to get them to stop flying over their fences. Is it going to hurtContinue reading “How to clip chicken wings”
Reasons why I don’t make my chickens lay eggs through the winter
It is that time of year where your hens, unless they are in their first year of living, are not laying. I get an egg every once in a while but it is definitely not near as much as we were getting. There are a lot of people that like to make their chickens layContinue reading “Reasons why I don’t make my chickens lay eggs through the winter”
How to train your chickens to come when called!
I have taught chicks and grown chickens to come when called. So the age of your chicken doesn’t matter, you will be able to train your older chickens or even your baby chicks. The younger that you can train them the sooner and faster they will learn, but if you have patience you will beContinue reading “How to train your chickens to come when called!”
8 things to always have on hand if you own chickens
Are you thinking about getting chickens, or do you already own some? Well then, this blog is for you. Today, I am going to share with you eight must have items to keep on hand if you own chickens or are thinking about getting some. It is always important to be prepared ahead of time,Continue reading “8 things to always have on hand if you own chickens”
Do I have to refrigerate my farm fresh eggs?
Have your hens just begun laying or are they about to? If you don’t know what age your hens will begin to lay then read here for more information on that. You probably have the common question of whether or not farm fresh eggs have to be refrigerated. I am going to talk about whyContinue reading “Do I have to refrigerate my farm fresh eggs?”
Using the deep litter method in my chicken coop and run
What is the deep litter method you ask, well let me tell you all about it and why I like it? How does low coop maintenance sound? With using the deep litter you only have to clean the coop out like 2-4 times a year. When the coop gets a little smelly or looks likeContinue reading “Using the deep litter method in my chicken coop and run”
Delicious treats to feed your chickens this winter
It has been a cold week here. I mean it was -15 degrees F. last night. Our chickens have a coop with heaters to keep them warm, but in the day they need to keep their bodies warm by moving, so I am going to share some treats to keep your flock warm this winter.Continue reading “Delicious treats to feed your chickens this winter”
The 1912 Homestead 