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So I have been caponizing my extra roos for the past year and half or so. Over this time, I have learned many tips and tricks to successfully caponize and to have the highest success rate and least trauma to the bird. I just did 4 this morning. I want to make it clear, I have no prior medical...
All animals can (and do) pick up worms. Hens are no different. Do not be lulled into thinking that your hens don’t have visitors just because you haven’t seen any in their droppings; if you are actually seeing worms in the droppings your hen has a heavy worm burden. Worms lay thousands of eggs...
I know it's hard to adapt to a healthier diet than the one you already have, but here's a solution:
Almond flour is perfect for making gluten free bagels, cake, muffins, waffles, and many more! So is coconut flour! There are many recipes on social media! Curious? Check. It. Out.
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Quizzes are so fun that they can become addictive. You start by taking a few, and before you know it, you've taken all of them. We have a natural curiosity, and quizzes feed that curiosity. As long as you don't get in trouble by taking quizzes, there is no harm in taking them. You...
This is my 1995 Fisher Price Barbie ice cream parlor playhouse. I painted the whole thing to make for better aesthetics. The house measures 48” long x 35” wide x 52” high, inside headroom is about 48”. I used plexiglass to cover the three windows in the door with added drill holes for...
This video isn't as uncomfortable as it may sound, but it's satisfying to see some protective mother's when it comes to hawks!!!
This article is about treating eye problems in chickens. It is not intended specifically towards the causes, although it will discuss the relationship of eye problems to nasal and respiratory issues that may be the cause. Most people may think of the beak of a chicken to be only a mouth, however...
:ya:ya Our first set of chicks are finally ordered and due first week of May! Coop with brooder 90% done. We are excited. Thanks to all the fabulous articles from this site that have lead our way. Great members assisting us noobies! Pictures to follow later, once I figure out how. I am NOT...
One simple source for supplementing your backyard chickens feed and diet for free is right there in your yard, and doesn't call for anything more then running your weed-eater for about 20 feet along your fenceline, every day or so! Don't cut it back all in one sweep,, utilize it as a fresh...
In recent days, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has identified cases of deadly avian influenza in U.S. flocks and put the poultry industry on high alert. At the same time, an outbreak was confirmed in a backyard flock of birds in Fauquier County, Virginia.
In December 2014, avian influenza...
Some people think roosters are too noisy because they crow loudly - sometimes even in the middle of the night - and they think roosters are too aggressive, literally attacking the hand that feeds them. And although there may be the occasional brawl if you keep more than one rooster, most...
How can you prevent dirty eggs in the chicken coop? Fortunately, there are several simple ways you can use to prevent dirty eggs. You just need to take some simple preventive measures.
When To Wash Dirty Eggs
If you're reading this, chances are you already know where your eggs come from. From...
Why Aren't My Chickens Roosting?
If your chickens aren't roosting at all, it may be due to several reasons.
First, consider age. If your chickens are very young or have recently joined your flock, they may not have learned how to do it yet. Pecking order can also affect roosting. So if you have...
Whether you want to keep chickens to lay eggs, produce meat, or for some other reason, this question is not always clear-cut.
Like humans, chickens get lonely. So if you keep more than one chicken, not only will they have company, but you will always have a supply of eggs. If you keep chickens...
I love hatching eggs, but the few times I’ve done it I’ve managed a ratio of a 100% cockerels.
Instead of dealing with the heartbreak of rehoming boys, this Easter I’ve decided to ‘hatch up’ some edible eggs.
This recipe requires relatively few ingredients & can be customized to use your...
How to stay sane during incubation - especially lockdown.
I’m not sure if anyone has had the same problem as I have-sleeplessness, insanity, and a healthy dose of impatience, especially when it comes to those torturous last three days… but hopefully these ideas can help you through.
I...
Hey Happy Chicken Farmers! In this article, we will be going over everything you will need to get started raising chickens! Without further ado, let's begin.
First off, you need a safe place to keep your chickens, but it depends on what age you are starting at. If you just bought some fresh...
Hey happy farmers! In this article, we will be talking about how to keep fresh eggs longer. Let's jump in!
Eggs are always kept at a lukewarm temperature in the coop, if not warmer. So why do we put it in the fridge? Well, the reason why eggs must go inside the fridge is because people clean...
Hello, happy chicken farmers! In this article, you will find helpful info for a day-to-day routine keeping your chickens healthy, safe, and satisfied! Without further ado, let's begin.
Morning Routine:
The morning routine starts whenever you are ready for the day, but I recommend making it from...