In our last issue, we discussed how to build a run or yard for confined chickens and the precautions necessary to free range your flock. In this issue,
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In our last issue, we discussed how to build a run or yard for confined chickens and the precautions necessary to free range your flock. In this issue,
I have a chicken that has molted and has stopped laying but is very skinny. She eats and drinks but she still looks very scraggy what do you suggest?
In this new series, we will devote one question per issue to chicken keeping basics for those readers just starting out. We’ll start with housing for your chickens.
“Can you get cockerels that are not noisy?” ~ Dominic Muddimer Dominic, that’s a great question, thanks for asking. Cockerels, or roosters, are indeed noisy. In our area,
“I have never kept chickens before, would we be likely to have a fly problem because of the chook poo?” ~ Jill Tyson Will chicken poop attract flies?
“I live I Spain (Andalusia) are there any recommended breeds that do well in what can be a very hot place 40 c.+.” ~ Dave Clifford Thanks for
Raising chickens used to be for farmers only, but over the last few years this has become increasingly more popular, and not just for getting eggs. Chickens are
They are lurking all around your chickens just waiting for the perfect opportunity to attack. Chicken predators are out there and it’s up to you as the pet
So many city people are beginning to raise chickens, because they see the many great benefits that they have to offer. The fact that chickens do not require
As the temperature begins to drop it’s important that you begin to prepare your chickens for the cold winter months. Your chickens must be protected from the cold
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