It's too common for a chicken's toe to get injured, and in extreme cases amputation may be required. Though not fun, the task can be done by a keeper following these steps.
In the May/June 2023 issue of Chickens magazine, editors chose the best of the flock from submitted reader photos. Enjoy this gallery of beloved backyard chickens!
If you spy lameness or limping in one of your flock's sheep, it's important to figure out what's going on and address the issue immediately.
Don’t be alarmed at the presence of slithering serpents in your chicken runs. The majority of field snakes are not only non-venomous but also beneficial to your farm.