Posts by FarmingForFun

The sad thing is I when you call the federal gov't to see what you can do to protect your flock they say nothing. There are so many hawks from them being protected. I have three that just sit outside my chickens pen everyday waiting...

Sounds like a bird of prey. Most predatory mammals will take the entire carcass with them. Im sorry that this happened...I lost a turkey to a hawk which removed the head and innards as you described.

  Q: What Causes Blood Spots? A: Small spots of blood (sometimes called "meat" spots) are occasionally found in an egg yolk. These do not indicate a fertile egg; they are caused by the rupture of a blood...

Still think a 12 ga.is your best bet for versatility. You can always buy a slug shell for an animal in a trap. For things that the federal gov't does not want you killing buy some explosive rounds if your gun is not a prized...

A fertile egg will have a small red dot in the egg white which is a cluster of blood vessels that the chick will develop from.

Sadly once the hawk figures out that there are chickens in the area he will most likely keep coming back. You will probably have to take steps to deter him. One method I heard of to trap them is put a 10ft or higher 4x4 post in a clear...

There is an article on homeopathic remedies for chickens in Hobby Farms Chickens March/April 2012 Edition, it was a great read and I came out with a wonderful garlic mash recipe that my chickens LOVE!

One of the best things you can do is to bring her in at dusk this is the calmest time for the chickens when they are getting ready for roost. 

I live in Marietta on more than 2 acres so I am able to keep livestock, but I do find it repulsive that this law exists. There are not many lots in Marietta bigger than 2 acres. I see your banner when I go to Marietta Seed and Feed and...

My father found a woman who was tired of her hens not laying so he bought them for a great price. The hens have turned out to be some pretty good layers. I think it is all about environment...if they don't feel safe, if they are on a...