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5 Best Egg Incubator Products For Raising Chicken Eggs

September 4, 2022 by Molly

An egg incubator is essential if you plan on raising chicks. Most hens won’t warm the eggs on their own, …

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How to Create the Best Chicken Brooder for Your Flock

March 6, 2022 by Jason Roberts
What is a chicken brooder?

If you’re raising hens and roosters as a way to get more chicks, then you’ll need a chicken brooder. While …

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Rooster Crowing Sound: What It Means And When To Expect It

February 9, 2022 by Jason Roberts
Rooster Crowing Sound: What It Means And When To Expect It

Nearly everyone is familiar with rooster crowing, which is usually described as, “cock-a-doodle-doo!” Yet, a rooster sound is more than …

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5 Main Stages of the Life Cycle of a Chicken

November 9, 2021 by Jason Roberts
life cycle of a chicken

If you’re planning to raise chickens, understanding the life cycle of a chicken is important. Chickens go through five main …

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Can Chickens and Roosters Fly?

October 15, 2021 by Jason Roberts

Can chickens fly? What about roosters? Most people assume chickens never leave the ground, but they have large, feathery wings …

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Introducing New Chickens to Your Flock (How-To Guide)

June 17, 2021October 4, 2020 by Jason Roberts
chicken flock

In this guide we cover everything you need to know about introducing new chickens to your flock.

What Are the Best Animals to Keep With Chickens?

June 17, 2021October 2, 2020 by Jason Roberts
Chickens and Goats

In this guide we cover a few of the best animals to keep with chickens in your backyard or homestead.

Keeping Chickens Cool During the Summer: A Complete Guide

June 17, 2021September 21, 2020 by Jason Roberts
chicken keeping cool in dust bath

In this guide we cover everything you need to know about keeping chickens cool during the hot summer months.

300 Awesome & Fun Chicken Names (For Hens & Roosters)

June 17, 2021September 13, 2020 by Jason Roberts
pet chicken

Looking for a fun name for you new chickens? In this guide we suggest 300+ fun chicken names for your flock of friends!

Chicken Poop 101: Everything You Should Know & Look Out For

May 9, 2022December 23, 2019 by Jason Roberts
chicken poop

Taking a quick look at the chicken poop in your coop can be vital to your bird’s health. This guide teaches you what to look out for.

15 Chicken-Friendly Plants to Grow Near Your Coop

October 3, 2021October 5, 2019 by Jason Roberts
chicken plants

Growing plants near your chicken coop can have tons of benefits for your flock. This guide covers 15 of our favorite chicken-friendly plants.

15 Awesome Chicken Toys to Help Entertain Your Flock

June 17, 2021August 2, 2019 by Jason Roberts
chicken toys

Wanted something to help keep your chickens entertained? These 20 awesome chicken toys will provide your flock with everything they need!

Dealing with a Broody Hen (Complete Guide)

June 17, 2021July 17, 2019 by Jason Roberts
broody chicken

This guide teaches you everything you need to know identifying, caring for, and dealing with a broody hen. It doesn’t have to be hard!

10 Common Chicken Sounds & Noises (Knowing What They Mean)

October 3, 2021July 9, 2019 by Jason Roberts
chicken sounds

Being able to identify the noises coming from your flock is vital. This guide identifies 10 common chicken sounds and what they mean.

Chicken Dust Baths: Complete How-To Guide

June 17, 2021May 10, 2019 by Jason Roberts
chicken dust bath

Setting up a chicken dust bath is a great way to keep your flock happy and healthy. This guide teaches you how to do it the right way!

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