The Truth About Chickens & Cannibalism
April 1, 2022It’s a real question: Is cannibalism common among chickens? And while there is a clear answer, keepers do need to keep an eye out for certain behaviors and conditions.
Tips For Buying Hatching Eggs On Ebay
March 16, 2022Buying hatching eggs from Ebay is a great option for building your flock. Jake from White House on the Hill shares his advice.
What Should You Do When A Chicken Gets Sick?
January 26, 2022It’s not uncommon for a chicken to become sick, and illness isn’t a major catastrophe—though keepers do need to take a few precautions when a case arises.
Help! My Hen Thinks She’s A Rooster!
January 12, 2022A flock of hens will naturally establish a pecking order, but in some instances it’s possible for a hen to develop the traits and behaviors of a rooster.
The Secret Weapon Against Egg Eating Chickens
January 18, 2016Got a problem chicken that is eating its eggs? The solution to stopping this behavior may be hiding inside your fridge.
8 Tips for Layer Production and Health
January 18, 2016Courtesy iStockphoto/Thinkstock Keep your layer chickens healthy by allowing them to free-range in a safe place on your urban farm. Getting fresh eggs from your backyard isn’t as easy as just plopping a chicken in a coop. To get quality eggs—keep your layer chickens healthy in the process—you need to provide your hens with a […]
How to Build a Nest Box
January 18, 2016Give your hens a clean place to lay with this simple DIY project.
Looking to Keep Your Chickens Warm This Winter? Try Knitted Sweaters
November 13, 2015The clothes are specifically knitted for the battery hens that have been rescued.
My Hens Are Laying Fewer Eggs; What Should I Do?
June 17, 2015Even when we do things right, we must rely on chicken biology for egg production. Consider these things if your flock’s egg production is in decline.
Mean Girls: The Chicken Edition
April 24, 2015High-school girls with attitude have got nothing on a flock of hens turning on one of their own.
