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10 Herbs to Feed Your Chickens
Chickens are social creatures that love to peck and scratch around in the dirt, exploring all the nooks and crannies of their surroundings. And when it comes to food, they’re not too picky either. But did you know that incorporating herbs into their diet can not only add variety but also provide numerous health benefits? From boosting their immune system to aiding in digestion, these 10 herbs are a tasty and nutritious addition to their feed that your chickens will love. Join us as we explore the benefits of these herbs and how to incorporate them into your chickens’ diet. Also, check out my post on 5 Simple Steps to…
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Keeping Chickens Cool in the Summer
Summer is the season for beach trips, barbecues, and lounging in the sun. But while you're enjoying the warm weather, your feathered friends might not be feeling as enthusiastic. Chickens can have a hard time staying cool in the heat, and as their caregiver, it's your responsibility to make sure they're comfortable. In this article, we'll explore the do's and don'ts of keeping your chickens cool during the hottest months of the year.
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DIY Nesting Boxes Your Chickens Will LOVE
If you’re a chicken owner, you know the joy of gathering freshly laid eggs from your own backyard. But did you know that the key to increasing your egg production lies in the design of your nesting boxes? Whether you’re a seasoned chicken keeper or a beginner, ensuring your feathered friends have a comfortable and secure space to lay their eggs is crucial. In this article, we’ll share tips for creating DIY nesting boxes your chickens will love. From selecting the right size and material, to creating a cozy and clean environment, to providing privacy and security, we’ll cover everything you need to know to keep your ladies happy and…
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How to Grow Chicken Grass Window Boxes: My chickens favorite treat!
Growing chicken grass in window boxes for your chickens is super easy and a very healthy treat for them. See below for step by step instructions on how to grow chicken grass for your flock. If you love my chicken coop be sure to check out my article on Chicken Coop Construction: How to Build a Predator Proof Chicken Coop Step 1: Build a shelf for your chicken grass window boxes Many animals around your coop will be attracted to the seeds and will dig in the window boxes. Including your chickens if they free range. Keeping them on the ground will not work! I have had much better luck…
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20 MUST HAVE Products for Chicken Keepers
In this article you will find the TOP 20 MUST HAVE Products for Chicken Keepers. I have personally used all of these products and highly recommend them for anyone with a flock of backyard chickens. DISCLOSURE: This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. #1 Brinsea Incubator This little incubator is a rockstar. I have had 100% hatch rates every time I use it. I order hatching eggs from My Pet Chicken and my kids and I have an educational home hatch. Excellent remote learning/homeschooling activity! #2 Brinsea Egg Candler…
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Hawk attack!
We have many predators in our area including fox, coyote, racoons, and even the occasional bear. But we have never had any issues with them interacting with our chickens until 2 days ago. The attack: Last Saturday was my sons 6th birthday party and as the festivities died down it happened. A red-tailed hawk attacked our chickens. My husband and sister-in-law were standing 5 feet from where the attack took place. They scared the hawk away and they both started picking up chickens and running back to the coop. I ran outside and grabbed two chickens that had taken shelter near the back door. As I ran through the yard…
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Breakfast for Chickens | Decrease in Egg Production
December came, the days got shorter and my hens all stopped laying! It happened overnight and I was horrified that I would have to buy STORE BOUGHT eggs. Luckily my superstars — Sybil and Rosie — continued to lay. But I was lucky to get one egg a day which would not do! Every morning I eat two so I decided I had to do something. I did 2 very simple things and it’s February 4th and I collected 6 eggs today! All it took was Breakfast for Chickens and supplemental light! #1, I provided them a bit of supplemental light in the morning. I use a Christmas light tube…
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Chicken Breeds & Egg Color
There’s a lot to research as a new chicken keeper. Chicken breeds and egg color will be discussed below. When I chose the breeds of chicken that I wanted to raise many factors came into play. My top priorities: Cold/winter tolerant Temperament and friendliness Rate of egg laying (at least 4-5/wk) Egg color (I wanted a colorful egg basket) It was also important they all look different so my kids could tell them apart easily. Our chickens are more like pets to us; pets with a purpose. They all have names (most named after Downton Abbey characters!) and they all have personalities that charm and surprise us. I had another…
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DIY Chick Brooder
See below step by step instructions on how to build a cat proof DIY Chick Brooder for your baby chicks. Please also consider enrolling in my new e-course! E-course | Chicken Keeping Basics | Order Now! Chicken Keeping Basics | How to Get Started Raising Backyard Chickens (Enroll Now for $99) Baby Chicks need 3 things: #1 A Safe Place to Live In preparation for my first flock of chicks I built this DIY chick brooder. I had no idea what to expect or how fast my chicks would grow but this was quite sufficient for the first 3 weeks. I searched for the largest tote I could find and…
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Chickens & Winter
Chickens don’t love the snow. They tolerate the cold well but the snow turns them off. They don’t like to walk in it. This was the first snow my chickens ever saw. They stayed on the only grassy area they could find under the big pine tree. Of course every winter its the same — they don’t leave the coop if there’s even a dusting of snow. Continue reading about Chickens & Winter below. Winter Modifications to the Coop Typical winter modifications to the coop and run are easy. You need to: Protecting Chicken Combs in Winter During very cold temps you may notice your chickens combs becoming purple and…
