When molting season arrives, feathers drop as your chickens focus on growing new ones. Here's what's happening and what you can expect.
Planning ahead for a potential emergency is the best medicine for your farm or homestead. Here's where to start when getting ready for the unexpected.
When fall arrives, feathers hit the floor as molting chickens shed and grow new ones. It's natural, but you can help your flock through the stress.
New hens are always exciting, but follow these important steps when you add a chicken to an existing flock to avoid fighting and injury.
People are talking about feeding wet food to their chickens. And while there are some reasons to consider it, there are drawbacks as well.
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.
Bumblefoot may sound funny, but for your chickens, this painful foot condition is no laughing matter. And left untreated, the malady could even prove fatal.
Being a good keeper means monitoring the health of your chicken flock. Here are five tips for maintaining the well-being of your birds.
Believe it or not, blood in an egg isn't uncommon, nor is it a sign of trouble. Rather, blood can show up in or on an egg for a few, very normal reasons.
Expect the unexpected when it comes to your flock's health with a well-stocked chicken first-aid kit. Here's what to include to keep your chickens healthy.
The U.S. has seen increased wildfires in recent years, which reminds us to keep our chickens safe from fire, as well as chemical effects of ash and pollutants.
