by Marie | May 24, 2021 | Chickens, Poultry Health & Wellness
All About Spurs In Chickens A spur on a chicken is a small, horn-like protrusion that grows from a chicken’s leg just above the foot. It points inward to be used as an efficient spearing weapon, when needed. The spur is most commonly found on roosters, where the spur... 
by Marie | May 10, 2021 | Chickens
Which Is Better? Day Old Chicks Or Started Pullets When deciding how to begin your egg laying flock of chickens, most people research the many breeds available to pick out their favorites, then make a list and go shopping. While most backyard chicken owners choose to... 
by Marie | Apr 26, 2021 | Chickens, Eggs
Why Are My Hens Laying Small Eggs? In America, most of us have this idea in our heads that “bigger is better”. This notion seems to be particularly true when it comes to the size of our chickens and their eggs. Who remembers the 2017 viral internet video of the giant... 
by Elizabeth F | Apr 19, 2021 | Meat Birds
What Is A Cornish Game Hen? What is a Cornish Game Hen? This term invokes a scene in my head of a vast castle hall, full of fashionable royalty and a table full of a feast of roast chickens. Even if the term invokes a similar thought for you or not, the designation is... 
by Elizabeth F | Apr 12, 2021 | Chickens, Poultry Health & Wellness
Foods To Avoid Feeding To Your Chickens Do your chickens come running when they see you enter their area with food? Chickens like to eat and making sure their dietary needs are met is one of the most important aspects of chicken-keeping. Aside from a complete,... 
by Ashley D | Mar 29, 2021 | Ducks, Poultry Health & Wellness
Common Waterfowl Illnesses and Treatment Having waterfowl and collecting their eggs is one of the most rewarding experiences I have had since I started on this little adventure. Keeping ducks healthy requires taking steps to prevent disease outbreaks from occurring....