Are Chickens Omnivores?

Believe it or not, chickens are one of the most common domesticated animals in the world, providing us with eggs, meat, and incredible pets People all over the world keep chickens and a question that often arises is whether chickens are omnivores What are they actually eating when they’re out and about patrolling your backyard?

Are Chickens Omnivores?

First, we need to answer what an omnivore is! Omnivore is a fancy word for an

Chicken Lice 101: What You Need to Know

Chicken lice may not be the most glamorous topic, but they’re a critical concern for chicken owners everywhere These pesky pests are becoming more prevalent, especially among free-range flocks and backyard flocks

Let’s take a closer look at chicken lice, understand why they’re becoming more problematic and uncover effective treatment and prevention strategies, including the role of diatomaceous earth

Why Are Chicken Lice Becoming

Can Chickens Eat Eggshells

Chickens are known for their quirky eating habits and foraging for interesting snacks right in your backyard If you’re new to raising backyard chickens you might be wondering what’s safe for our feathered friends and what things might be harmful to them I remember starting out thinking that the sharp eggshells would slice their throats or something I was wrong!

Can Chickens Eat Eggshells?

Yes! Chickens actually enjoy eating eggshells

What Vegetables Can Chickens Eat?

My chickens absolutely love our garden! Our chicken run and garden are separated by a tall fence and the chickens stand at the fence and beg me for their favorite vegetables It’s hilarious! I’ll toss over some cucumbers, zucchini, a few tomatoes or other rainbow-colored snacks They go wild and it’s fun knowing they love these treats so much all while being good for them

Can Chickens Get Fleas?

Summer has officially started in the Midwest, and we are so excited! The luscious green grass, trees and landscape are especially gorgeous in Minnesota at this time of year However, along with summer’s beautiful landscapes, it also brings some gross pests for your flock

Don’t get me wrong, these pests are not limited to summer, but where we live, nothing wants to survive in the winter! Haha! However, it is still possible, so it’s good to know how to prevent

Can I Have Chickens Where I Live? And How to Find Out

Keeping chickens as backyard pets and for egg production has become very popular among homeowners! I feel like since covid hit, backyard chickens and gardening blew up because people were home and had time to care for their flocks and gardens Since then, thanks to Pinterest and responsible chicken keepers, the industry continues to grow!

However, before diving into the world of backyard chickens, it’s important to determine if you can legally have chickens in your residential area Obviously, if you live on an acreage that you own like we

Which Chickens Lay Green Eggs?

When I first started raising backyard chickens, I didn’t even consider egg color I was more concerned about healthy, fresh eggs for my family and docile chickens who were fun to be around

It wasn’t too long into this adventure, though, that I dreamed of a colorful egg basket! I really had no idea all the different

How to Sex a Baby Chick

Let me kick off this blog with a quick disclaimer: I’m no pro at determining whether your cute little chick is a he or she, but let’s dive into how the experts do it! If you’re part of any backyard chicken group on Facebook, you’ve probably seen folks asking weekly about their chicks’ gender Trust me, I get the curiosity! I’ve ended up with a couple of surprise roosters myself from “straight run” breeds, which means they haven’t been sexed yet

Navigating the

Will Chickens Stop Laying Eggs if the Coop is Dirty?

It was a coop cleaning weekend around here and let me tell you, that is a chore that feels so good to have done! 

While chickens are one of my favorite animals on the planet, they are messy Chickens love to scratch around their bedding and this creates so much dust Honestly? It’s a little crazy to me how much dust they can create

We

Feeding Flaxseed to Chickens

We all want to ensure our backyard flocks are as healthy as possible Many of us get into raising chickens primarily for fresh, nutritious eggs But did you know that the diet of your chickens plays a crucial role in the quality of their eggs? Incorporating flaxseed into your chickens’ diet is a fantastic way to boost their health, thanks to its high content of Omega-3 fatty acids
Let’s explore the benefits and best practices of feeding flaxseed to your chickens!