What’s The Average Lifespan Of Chickens, Anyway?
May 11, 2022How long does a chicken live? If cared for properly, chickens can have a lifespan of a decade or more, producing eggs for much of that time.
Your Avian Influenza Concerns Addressed
April 27, 2022Avian influenza is in the news, and that means chicken-keepers have questions. In this article, we try to answer the most common queries from concerned keepers.
How To Try To Revive A Chick With Health Concerns
April 27, 2022Sometimes, a newborn chick will experience health struggles and need some help from its keeper. Here are a few ways to revive struggling chicks.
Video: How To Clip Your Chickens’ Wings
April 26, 2022Clip your chickens' wings to limit birds' mobility and ability to get into trouble around the farm. It's easy, painless and helpful.
A Field Guide To Types Of Chicken Combs
April 20, 2022Chicken combs come in a variety of shapes and sizes, depending on the breed. Whether you’re choosing for climate or aesthetics, here’s a quick primer on combs!
Keeping Chickens Safe During Spring Cold Snaps
April 20, 2022Spring weather can be very unpredictable, so when springtime cold weather hits, protect your chickens and other poultry from the frosty effects.
The Great Chicken Bedding Debate
April 19, 2022Though bedding material used in chicken coops may vary by geography and availability, the purpose of providing bedding remains the same: to manage waste and to provide a soft place for chickens to lay eggs.
Chickens Get Bad Habits, But You Can Help
April 15, 2022There aren’t bad chickens, but your birds can certainly develop some bad habits. From egg-eating to sleeping in trees, here are common problems (and what you can do).
Can You Identify This Mystery Chicken Breed?
April 13, 2022This large, white chicken lays brown eggs and has striking features great for showing. Can you guess what it is? Read on for the answer!
Noisy Chickens: All About Fowl Language
April 13, 2022It’s true that roosters can make quite a racket. But female chickens get plenty noisy, too, and these communications are nothing to worry about.
