If you love tasty milk as well as incredible homemade cheese and yogurt, consider getting dairy sheep. Here's what to know before you buy.
Sheep of different age, sex and purpose have varying needs. Here's our guide to sheep nutrition as well as a word about copper.
Introducing new ducks to a flock can be challenging, but understanding what to expect makes the process smoother and safer for everyone involved.
Understanding how a chicken’s body works—from the eyes and beak to the lungs, digestive system, and reproductive tract—gives flock owners a powerful advantage.
Get to Know the Different Feathers on Your Backyard Chickens
Use these diagrams to help you learn more about hen and rooster anatomy.
Calcium and insoluble gritstone work together for healthy chicken digestion and the best eggs.
Summer tips for backyard chickens to help you give your flock the best care possible.
Keep your hives healthy with safe, simple watering solutions for bees.
A breed dating back to 1800s England, the Orpington is a hardy, friendly breed of chicken that adapts well to a variety of conditions.
When in doubt, stick to fresh produce and chicken-safe snacks, and always monitor your flock after introducing something new.
Identifying the culprit is only the first step to stop egg eating hens. Some say cull the bird, but here's a different approach.
