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Poultry Health

Hundreds of articles and videos, organized the way Keepers already browse them.

Health & Wellness

Oregano Essential Oils for Chickens: My Q&A With Dr. Stock

People ask me all the time how I have kept my flock so healthy this time around, and honestly, it has not…

Health & Wellness

Natural Products to Maintain Chicken Health

Can I be honest with you? Plenty of keepers feel nervous about starting a flock, and often it’s because of a rough…

Egg Production

No Eggs in the Hen House?

It’s that time of year when we’re all getting anxious to be outside. Especially if you live in Minnesota where the winters…

Health & Wellness

Table Scraps You Shouldn’t Feed Your Chickens

It’s treat time! One of the most common questions backyard keepers ask is whether it’s okay to feed a particular food to…

Health & Wellness

Why You Should Be Feeding Your Flock Mealworms

Let’s be honest: mealworms look entirely disgusting to us. The crunchy brown worms seem thoroughly unappetizing to the human eye. To a…

Advanced Topics

Dr. Stock Compares Non-Medicated Chick Starter Feed vs. Medicated

I’m really excited about this week’s blog for two reasons. First of all, we get to talk about feeding our chicks as…

Daily Care All About Water

How to Keep Chicken Feeders and Waterers Clean and Poop-Free

Like most birds, chickens love heights. Their natural perching instinct tells them to sleep up high where they feel safe from predators…

Seasonal Planning

3 Warm Chicken Treats Your Chickens Will Thank You For During Winter

Warming chicken food can be a great help to your chickens during the winter. When the temperature gets really cold, don’t be…

Health & Wellness

7 Food Treats Your Chickens Will Love

If you’ve ever wondered how to spoil your flock or supplement their feed, you’re in good company. Even chickens love treats, and…

Getting Started Their First Day Home

Dealing with Pasty Butt in Baby Chicks

Congratulations, your chicks have arrived and they’re settled in the brooder. Now what? One of the very first things to watch for…

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