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15 Tips To Protect Your Chickens From Predators

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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 Chickens Are Molting, Feathers Fly Everywhere

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When molting season arrives, feathers drop as your chickens focus on growing new ones. Here's what's happening and what you can expect.

Breed Profile: Get To Know The Brahma Chicken

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A big, docile chicken breed, the Brahma is a barnyard favorite for its gentle disposition, hardy nature, striking plumage and more!

Silkies & Polish Chickens Stand Out At Poised Poultry

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Adrianna Hyde from the Florida-based Poised Poultry farm tells us how caring for a couple of Buff Cochin Bantams sparked her poultry adventures.

Are You & Your Farm Prepared For A Health Emergency?

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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.

Chicken Chat: Third Try For Ohio Chickens

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After two tragic tries, this Ohio keeper feared she'd never get her flock of chickens. But during the pandemic, her family finally got their birds.

Meet The Curious Peacocks & Tubby Chickens Of Mader’s Coop

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Kristyn Mader from the New Mexico-based farm tells us how she and her daughter created the trending #TubbyChickenTuesdays hashtag.

When Chickens Are Molting, Care Is Key To Their Comfort

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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.

How To Add A New Hen To An Existing Chicken Flock

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New hens are always exciting, but follow these important steps when you add a chicken to an existing flock to avoid fighting and injury.

Try These Fun Egg Experiments At Home!

Animals | Chickens 101 | Poultry | Poultry Equipment |
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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!

Hen Or Rooster: Can Egg Shape Predict A Chick’s Sex?

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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.

Check Out These 5 Funky Chicken Coop Designs!

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Looking for new ideas for your next chicken coop? These cool designs are funky, functional and sure to inspire your next coop build!

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