Ana Hotaling

It’s the time of year when we think about getting chicks to expand our flocks, so consider these breeds that need our love and attention to survive.

Sometimes it’s so cold that chickens need to stay inside the coop, but that might not be enough to prevent frostbite. Here’s how to spot it and what to do.

Share the joys and responsibilities of chicken keeping with your child by entrusting him or her with these entry-level tasks.

Plan to raise a backyard flock? Familiarize yourself with local ordinances on these four issues that might affect your chicken aspirations.

You’ll need to battle nature to prevent water and eggs from freezing, but you’ll also need to help your flock fight boredom for its own safety. Here’s how.

Hawks are aerial predators protected by federal law, but by following these five suggestions you can keep your chickens safe.

Our holiday took a surprising twist when Fat Boy took alarmingly ill. Was it cold-weather exposure or one of two diseases that could sicken our other birds?

Keep the chill off your chickens all winter by employing one of these coop-heating methods that minimize or eliminate the risk of fire.

Coyotes are becoming more common throughout the U.S., and they’re showing up during daylight hours. Here’s what you can do.

Looking to increase your flock? When buying chickens, familiarize yourself with these factors before deciding on any autumn poultry offering.