If you’re considering raising chickens, one of the first questions to pop into your head will undoubtedly be: Which are the best chicken breeds for my specific needs? The answer depends completely on your reasons for getting chickens in the first place. Is it so you can enjoy farm fresh eggs every day? Is it …
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Are you tired of cleaning your chicken coop week after week? Sick of buying litter by the boatload? Looking for ways to make your life simpler, easier, and less work? Then the deep litter method is for you! Farmers and homesteaders all over the world use the deep litter method on their chicken coop floor …
These 7 chicken keeping supplies make our lives easier, keep our chickens safe and healthy, and help us all to keep our sanity. There’s no doubt that chickens are one of the most low maintenance animals you can raise, but there are some supplies we absolutely could NOT live without when caring for our backyard …
By ditching these six chicken products you don’t need you can save money raising chickens! When we brought home our first batch of chicks three years ago, we provided them with every amenity and comfort there was. All the books told us that chickens require certain things, so we bought them those certain things and …
We’re going to explore the best healthy treats for chickens, and share what you definitely shouldn’t be feeding to your birds! Chickens can be the best little beggars you’ve ever seen! They’ll put your dog to shame, because they have no shame. Try having a picnic outside while your chickens are running free. You’ll be …
So you have a rat problem? We’ve been there. And even when it seems hopeless, know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Follow this step-by-step guide of the best way to get rid of rats in the chicken coop. Years ago we had a rodent infestation in our chicken coop. …