Planning on raising backyard chickens? There's lots to know, but don't worry, we've got you covered. Learn the basics in this article!

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Here's a list of great treats for your favorite chicken (as well as some to avoid).

Incubating and hatching eggs is one of the most enjoyable aspects of chicken keeping. Learn more about this amazing process!

You're the proud owner of a little "fuzz-butt"... now what do you do to keep it warm, happy, and healthy?

Eggs are amazing things. We often take them for granted, but you won't after you read this article!

A simple, secure, easy-to-use home for any small backyard flock.

The chicken nesting box is where your hen will do her most important work, so make sure it's a place in which she'll feel comfortable.

Buff Orpington's are one of the favorite breeds of BackYard chicken owners. They are beautiful with a nice personality and winter hardiness.

Sometimes, in spite of our efforts to provide a nice clean spot for our feathered friends to deposit the rent in, we'll get a dirty egg or two.

Many of a start with just a few chickens and then quickly learn that we want to add more to the flock. Here's how to do that properly and safely

Deep Litter Method is basically a method in which you allow your coop litter to build up over a period of time.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) of raising a flock of BackYard Chickens.

The indoor air temperature in your coop is determined by how much heat is coming in from various sources and how much is going out. Learn how to manage a coop in very cold climates.

Are your hens escaping your yard? You may need to clip their wings. Learn how to safely perform this process and this article.