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Protecting Against Raccoons, A Poultry Super Predator

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Raccoons can be devastating predators if they access a poultry flock, so follow these important guidelines for defending against these common scavengers.

Helpful Tips For Getting Started With Chickens

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Whether you’re getting your first or 40th chick, this advice is sure to start chickens off right, so check out these poultry-keeping tips before you begin.

This Cool Moveable Coop Keeps Chickens Happy

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Chris Brown of Castleton, Vermont, shares how an interest in chickens led to construction of a moveable coop from on-hand materials.

Winners: Chickens 2023 Best Of Cluck Photo Contest

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And the winners are! We collected all the winners, runners up and honorable mentions from submissions for this year's Best of Cluck photo contest!

Domestic Dogs, Cats Can Be Dangerous Chicken Predators

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It's important to protect your flock against wild animals, but don't forget domestic dogs and cats when securing your chickens from common predators.

The Reclaimed Chick Inn Is One Cool Coop!

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This cool coop, built from reclaimed shipping containers, protected its residents from catastrophic winds and today stands proud, rebuilt and better.

Cost-Saving Tips For Keeping Chickens & Your Cash

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Follow these money-saving tips to get the most out of your experience keeping chickens without losing your nest egg on poultry supplies.

Snakes Alive! Get To Know Common Farm Serpents

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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.

This Cool Coop Teaches Environmental Responsibility!

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Designed by students using reused materials, this cool chicken coop houses chickens that recycle food and yard waste into rich compost for the school garden!

Tips For Keeping Rodents Out Of The Chicken Coop

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Rodents are more pest than predator to chickens, but in the coop they can spread disease and cause destruction, so make sure you don't attract mice or rats.

Check Out This Essential Chick Brooder Checklist

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New chicks means it's time to check the brooder for drafts, damage and other detrimental conditions. This checklist will get your brooder up and ready for new baby birds!

3 Chicken Feeder Designs To Fit Your Needs & Budget

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If you're considering chickens but unsure what feeder is right, check out these 3 chicken feeder types for your needs and budget.

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