These two families employ very different plans to their chicken-keeping endeavors. Both work well, so read on for tips for your own flock!
In the March/April 2023 issue of Chickens magazine, editors chose the best of the flock from submitted reader photos. Enjoy this gallery of beloved backyard chickens!
Just like dogs and other domestic animals, a chicken will enjoy the occasional belly rub—so long as the bird trusts you to do it right.
Do you know this mystery chicken breed? A popular auto-sexing breed, this layer of lovely blue eggs is attractive, prolific poultry.
It's important to raise chicks in a flock of multiple birds, as much of their developmental behavior is based on learning together.
“How do I avoid getting sick?” is a common question when folks consider keeping chickens, but you can get poultry without getting sick with some basic precautions.
Aerial predators can take a toll on your flock, so learn how to identify and protect your chickens against predatory birds.
If you have a rooster, egg incubation could be a viable way to grow your flock. Here are some basics for getting started with hatching your own chicks.
This round of Say Cheese contenders includes a curious calf, cuddly kitten, grinning goats and much more, so check out this photo roundup from Hobby Farms readers!
It's never ideal to keep just one chicken, but when this chicken-keeper found her beloved rooster flying solo, she followed these steps to ensure winter survival.
Chick Days bring joy to the local farm-supply store, but inexperienced staff members can make mistakes dangerous to chick health. Here's are six worrying signs to look for.
Show your poultry pride with these hand-picked chicken selections! Our editors found these 9 items every chicken-keeper should check out.
