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  1. 11 Things Chickens Teach You About Simple Living

    11 Things Chickens Teach You About Simple Living

    There’s something magical about sitting in the yard, watching a bunch of chickens scratch around like they’ve got all the time in the world. No rush, no stress, no scrolling. Just the sound of soft clucks, the shuffle of feet, and the occasional dramatic squawk over absolutely nothing. You...
  2. Chickens and Snow

    Chickens and Snow

    Winter can be a magical time. The world gets quiet, the air feels crisp, and everything looks like someone dusted it with powdered sugar. But if you keep chickens, you might look out the window at your fluffy birds and think, are they going to be okay out there? The good news is, chickens are...
  3. How to Protect Your Chickens from Humans

    How to Protect Your Chickens from Humans

    When we talk about predators, we usually picture the sneaky fox, the lurking raccoon, or maybe that bold neighborhood dog that thinks your yard is a buffet. But sometimes, the biggest threat to your chickens doesn’t have fur or feathers. It walks on two legs, wears shoes, and might even wave at...
  4. 10 Backyard Poultry Breeds That Thrive Without Fancy Housing

    10 Backyard Poultry Breeds That Thrive Without Fancy Housing

    Raising chickens does not have to look like something out of a glossy farm magazine. You know the kind, with picture-perfect coops that look like tiny Victorian cottages. Truth is, chickens don’t really care if their home has flower boxes and a weathervane. What they do care about is shelter...
  5. Top 10 Chicken Predators

    Top 10 Chicken Predators

    If you’ve ever kept chickens, you know one simple truth: everything seems to want to eat them. Whether it’s a sneaky fox, a hungry raccoon, or even a curious dog, predators always seem to find your coop the moment you let your guard down. You can have the best coop, the fluffiest hens, and the...
  6. Do Chickens Have Feelings?

    Do Chickens Have Feelings?

    Let’s be honest for a second. If you’ve ever spent time around chickens, you’ve probably wondered what’s going on inside those feathery little heads. You know, when they tilt their heads to the side like they’re judging your fashion choices, or when they follow you around the yard like you’re...
  7. Camouflage for Free-Ranging Chickens

    Camouflage for Free-Ranging Chickens

    Have you ever looked out at your yard and noticed how some of your chickens just blend right into the scenery while others stick out like a bright red stop sign? If you have, you’re not alone. I’ve caught myself squinting into the bushes trying to find a sneaky hen, only to realize she was right...
  8. 13 Spooky Chicken Behaviors That Would Scare You If You Didn’t Know Better

    13 Spooky Chicken Behaviors That Would Scare You If You Didn’t Know Better

    If you’ve ever walked past your chicken coop at night with just a flashlight in your hand, you know chickens can be a little… unsettling. They stare. They make strange sounds. Sometimes they do things that could fit right into a scary movie. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love chickens. But if I...
  9. 6 Seasonal Care Checklists for Backyard Poultry (Spring to Winter)

    6 Seasonal Care Checklists for Backyard Poultry (Spring to Winter)

    If you’ve been keeping chickens for a while, you already know they don’t take a break just because the seasons change. Nope, your flock expects food, water, and attention all year round. But here’s the thing: what your chickens need in spring isn’t exactly the same as what they need in winter...
  10. 9 Ways Backyard Chickens Save You Money (Beyond Just Eggs)

    9 Ways Backyard Chickens Save You Money (Beyond Just Eggs)

    If you’ve ever dreamed of keeping backyard chickens, chances are the first thing you thought about was fresh eggs. I mean, who doesn’t love the idea of walking outside in the morning, coffee in hand, and collecting breakfast straight from the coop? But here’s the secret many new chicken keepers...
  11. 15 Signs Your Flock is Healthier Than Average

    15 Signs Your Flock is Healthier Than Average

    We all want happy, healthy chickens. After all, they’re more than just egg producers. They’re little feathered personalities that make us laugh, keep the bugs down, and give us a reason to wander into the yard a few times a day. But here’s the thing: sometimes it’s hard to know just how healthy...
  12. Can Chickens Eat Organ Meat?

    Can Chickens Eat Organ Meat?

    If you’ve been raising chickens for a while, you know they’ll eat just about anything that doesn’t eat them first. Bugs, grass, kitchen scraps, even that sandwich crust you dropped by accident—gone in seconds. But what about organ meat? Can chickens eat things like liver, heart, or gizzards? The...
  13. Common Predators to Look Out For In The Fall

    Common Predators to Look Out For In The Fall

    Fall is such a cozy time of year. The leaves turn those beautiful shades of red and gold, the air smells like woodsmoke, and pumpkin spice is suddenly in everything from coffee to candles. But for chicken keepers, fall also comes with a less charming seasonal trend… predators on the prowl. You...
  14. How Guinea Fowl Protect Your Garden (Naturally and Without Chemicals!)

    How Guinea Fowl Protect Your Garden (Naturally and Without Chemicals!)

    If you're a gardener or homesteader, you probably know how frustrating it is when bugs invade your plants. One day your garden looks perfect—and the next, it’s full of holes from caterpillars, grasshoppers, or beetles. But what if I told you there’s a bird that can help protect your garden...
  15. Keeping Guinea Fowl with Other Poultry

    Keeping Guinea Fowl with Other Poultry

    Thinking about adding guinea fowl to your mixed poultry flock? You're not alone. These quirky, helmeted birds are becoming more popular on homesteads and backyard farms, thanks to their loud alarms, bug-eating superpowers, and hardy nature. But one big question keeps coming up: can guinea fowl...
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  16. Are Your Chickens Bored? Summer Ideas for a Happy Flock

    Are Your Chickens Bored? Summer Ideas for a Happy Flock

    When most people think of chickens, they imagine them pecking around all day, clucking happily without a care in the world. But here’s the thing many folks don’t realize: chickens get bored. Just like us, they need stimulation, fun, and a little adventure to stay happy and healthy. And summer...
  17. Backyard Chicken Health Checklist for Mid-Year Maintenance

    Backyard Chicken Health Checklist for Mid-Year Maintenance

    If you’re a backyard chicken keeper, you know how quickly the months fly by. One minute you’re raising spring chicks, and the next you’re sweltering in summer heat, wondering where the year went. Mid-year is the perfect time to pause, roll up your sleeves, and give your flock a health and...
  18. Clucking Christmas: Making the Holidays Safe and Fun for Your Chickens

    Clucking Christmas: Making the Holidays Safe and Fun for Your Chickens

    Christmas is a season of joy, family, and delicious food—and that includes your feathered friends! If you’re a backyard chicken keeper, you might wonder how to share the holiday cheer with your flock. Can chickens enjoy Christmas treats? Are they safe around Christmas lights? Can they eat...
  19. The Secret Weapon for Safe Coops: Why Hardware Cloth is a Backyard Chicken Must-Have

    The Secret Weapon for Safe Coops: Why Hardware Cloth is a Backyard Chicken Must-Have

    Raising backyard chickens is a fun, rewarding, and sometimes clucking hilarious adventure. Whether you’re in it for the fresh eggs, the lively companionship, or a more self-sufficient lifestyle, keeping your flock safe is priority number one. Enter hardware cloth, the unsung hero of chicken...
  20. The Benefits of Keeping Ducks in Your Backyard

    The Benefits of Keeping Ducks in Your Backyard

    Backyard farming isn’t just about chickens anymore. While chickens have long reigned supreme as the go-to choice for fresh eggs and lively companionship, there’s another bird ready to make its debut in your yard: the humble duck. Ducks might not be the first animal that comes to mind when...
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