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A lot of people who keep backyard chickens also garden because it seems like a good combination. Chickens can be really helpful…
Tending chickens comes with plenty of rewards, but lugging heavy water and feed isn’t one of them. Lifting also risks a sore…
Homeowners with small backyard chicken flocks face a dilemma. As hens age they gradually lay fewer eggs. Eventually they decide it’s time…
Have you ever suddenly experienced a drop in egg production? While seasonal changes can often be to blame, sometimes the accuser can…
Have you noticed your chickens laying around in a dusty spot, kicking dust all over themselves? Chickens love to roll around in…
Today we’re going to discuss somewhat of a hot topic in the chicken world. It’s one of those topics that most chicken…
A flock of free-range chickens strut around the yard on a sunny afternoon. They are busy pecking around, hunting for bugs in…
Chickens have minds of their own. Broodiness proves it. When a flock owner wants a broody to mother a new generation of…
Dalia’s Chicken Care Tips for Kids Raising Chickens
Chickens are good at a lot of things, like laying eggs, digging holes, and throwing a little attitude around, whether they are…
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