Are your chickens laying their eggs in the yard? It’s funny to find an egg randomly in the yard but it can lead to some issues if you’re not sure…
Jamelyn
Jamelyn
I'm living the dream in Texas with my husband, Steven, and our flock of Barred Plymouth Rocks.
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As odd as this sounds to chicken keepers, this is a legitimate question that some people ask. Eggs have a hard shell when they are laid and will not harden…
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Zinnias are great flowers to grow in a flower garden. Not only do they come in many pretty colors and varieties, they can handle heat, sunny locations, and will self…
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Eggs are naturally clean when they are laid by a hen and only get dirty from the environment in the nesting boxes. The most common complaint related to dirty eggs…
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Caring for Your FlockSummer Care
6 Ways to Naturally Get Rid of Flies Around the Chicken Coop
by JamelynFlies are a nuisance that nearly every chicken keeper will need to deal with at some point. Flies can transmit diseases and transfer manure they have walked on to eggs…
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Many chicken keepers collect eggs in a wire basket. Not only are the wire baskets cute but they serve a purpose for egg collection. Wire baskets are beneficial when collecting…
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Nesting boxes are designed for only one activity: laying eggs. So then why are my chickens pooping in their nesting boxes? Nesting boxes should only be used for chickens to…
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Chickens are smart animals. In fact, some studies have shown they are smarter than toddlers. However, just like toddlers, when chickens get bored, they can get into trouble. This is…
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A problem that many chicken keepers encounter with their flock is egg eating. When I first got chickens, I was nervous about egg eating because I thought it would be…
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Chickens for BeginnersGetting Started with Chicks
What to Feed Baby Chicks After Hatching
by JamelynSo you finally decided to make the leap and adopt some baby chicks – congratulations! But now you need to know what to feed these cute, chirpy little fluff balls.…