Do You Need a Rooster for Your Backyard Chickens? If you’re embarking on the adventure of raising chickens, you’ve likely found yourself clucking with excitement over the prospect of gathering fresh, organic eggs from your very own backyard poultry. But amidst the flurry of chicken puns and excitement, a common question arises: Are roosters required …
As a proud owner of backyard chickens, I will not lie to you–feeding kitchen scraps and leftovers to my birds makes me feel good. Not only do I revel in giving them fresh cucumber rinds, insects chickens enjoy, or the tops of carrots, but I also appreciate the fact that they’re omnivores and can handle …
As the chirping and bustling of tiny chicks fill the air, or you witness the heartwarming sight of a hen successfully brooding her offspring, the anticipation builds, and there’s no denying that the best part of this process is giving these adorable little ones their very own names. Each chick represents a blank canvas, brimming …
Choosing the right name for your hens can be an exciting and creative experience. Whether you have a small brood in your backyard or a larger nest housed within a coop, giving each hen a unique and fitting chicken name will add personality and charm to your feathered friends. These names can mimic your hens’ …
Picking the right breed is key to ensuring a fun and stress-free experience as a new chicken owner. However, a quick internet search for chicken breeds can quickly overwhelm someone who is just getting started. Believe me; it happened to us. We spent hours combing through catalogs, weighing the benefits listed for each breed. There …
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