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Easter Coloring Activity

Check out this Easter coloring activity! Take a picture of your coloring page and tag @hoovershatchery, we may share your picture on…

What Raising Chickens Has Taught Our Kids

I have been sitting here contemplating where to even start with this blog. We have been raising backyard chickens on and off…

Seasonal Planning

How to Make St. Patrick’s Day “4 Leaf Clover” Eggs

Do you need a fun, EASY and healthy breakfast for your family on St. Patrick’s Day? Look no further! I’ve got the…

Can Chickens Be Pets? What to Know Before You Fall in Love

Years ago, on a visit to Hoover’s Hatchery, we spotted a bumper sticker that read, “Yep, I talk to my CHICKENS.” It…

Getting Started Choosing Your First Breed

Best Chicken Breeds to Raise Around Children

One of the most common questions a new chicken owner asks is simple: What are the best chicken breeds to raise around…

Seasonal Planning

How to Make Edible Christmas Garland for Your Chickens

We are a week out from Christmas! Do you have all your shopping done? I am actually up to my eyeballs in…

Seasonal Planning

How to Make Deviled Egg Pumpkins

Need a quick deviled egg recipe for your fall gatherings? Don’t worry, I didn’t actually put pumpkin in these cute little snacks.…

Daily Care

VIDEO: Chicken Chore Day

Seasonal Planning

National Chicken Month Coloring Contest

We are going to have a coloring contest through Friday, September 17! All kids ages 12 and under are eligible to participate…

Benefits of Raising Children Around Livestock

In today’s culture, over sheltering and germophobia have become commonplace. Parents cringe at the thought of their child picking up a beetle,…

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Ready for the birds?

When it is time to go from learning to Keeping, Hoover's has a complete selection of backyard poultry, hatched with care and shipped to your door or to a partner store near you.