Chickens are prey animals, and there are plenty of predators who would happily make a meal out of your beloved hens. Follow these tips to keep your flock safe.
When molting season arrives, feathers drop as your chickens focus on growing new ones. Here's what's happening and what you can expect.
A big, docile chicken breed, the Brahma is a barnyard favorite for its gentle disposition, hardy nature, striking plumage and more!
New hens are always exciting, but follow these important steps when you add a chicken to an existing flock to avoid fighting and injury.
If you've got a few eggs to spare, try out these fun egg experiments—including one that's sure to surprise your family and friends!
Pointy eggs, round eggs—can egg shape tell you anything about the sex of the chick inside the shell? We take a look at the answer.
A Mediterranean heritage chicken with an important, I say, important history in egg production, this mystery breed is the most common bird in the U.S.
Many poultry-keepers swear by the benefits of apple cider vinegar, but the truth is, your chickens don't need it (and it may cause more harm than good).
Is your bird looking black and blue? A few different things can cause a bruise on the beak, but don't worry—it's common and typically clears up itself.
From the Rhode Island Red to Iowa Blue to Jersey Giant, these chickens were made in the US of A and bear their state of origin right in the name!
Expand your chicken-keeping hobby by showing at a poultry exhibition. Here's how to find, sign up for and (hopefully) win with your bird at shows!
Phew, it's hot! And for your chickens, heat waves can mean heat stress—a potentially dangerous condition. Here are some ways to help your birds stay cool.
