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Predator Protection

Keeping Bears at Bay

Keeping Bears Away From Your Backyard Chicken Coop Raccoons live almost everywhere and love dining on chickens, eggs, and feed.  Wise owners…

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DIY Mouse Trap

If you have chickens, unfortunately you will have mice! Attracted to spilled feed, mice will find incredibly crafty ways to invade your…

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All You Need to Know About Dogs and Chickens

We have an interesting situation at our house. Our family raises backyard chickens and Labrador Retrievers. If you know anything about either…

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Benefits and Drawbacks of Free-Ranging Chickens

Free-Ranging Chickens: Pros, Cons, and Practical Tips If you’re wondering about free-ranging chickens, let me tell you about our experience! We have…

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VIDEO: Patch’s Recovery Following Predator Attack

Patch’s Recovery After a Backyard Chicken Predator Attack

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Dogs and Poultry

can be a match made in heaven or a nightmare, depending on a few factors. If you want to keep backyard poultry…

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Is Something Stealing My Eggs?

Have you ever suddenly experienced a drop in egg production? While seasonal changes can often be to blame, sometimes the accuser can…

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Crows: Wild Guardians

A flock of free-range chickens strut around the yard on a sunny afternoon. They are busy pecking around, hunting for bugs in…

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Chicken Coop Pest Control: Keeping Rodents, Snakes, and Wild Birds Out

Pests can be a real headache in the chicken coop, and if you have kept backyard chickens for any length of time,…

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Keeping Your Flock Safe From Predators

Chickens are a wonderful addition to any farm or backyard. Chickens, however, attract not so wonderful critters to your farm or backyard.…

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