The editorial team consists of 3rd generation chicken owners Kat, journalist, editor-in-chief, and Nick, working with illustrators and specialists in the field.
If you have chickens, you know the importance of calcium, especially for laying hens. Adequate calcium intake results in more eggs and stronger eggshells. However, there is more to calcium than egg production and eggshell quality.
We will go in-depth on why chickens need calcium and its effects on the body.
Ivermectin is an antiparasitic drug to treat worms, scaly leg mites, and parasites. It’s used regularly by veterinarians to treat backyard chickens. However, its use is unofficial, and Ivermectin is officially only sold to treat cattle, swine, and horses.
ISA Brown chickens are among the world’s most popular egg-laying chicken breeds. Not only do they lay almost one egg daily, but these birds are also very hardy and low in maintenance. Their sweet, docile nature and calm personality are the icings on the cake. Let’s find out all there is to know about this […]
Automatic chicken coop doors are the best invention ever! No need to worry at night whether your chickens are safe, and you don’t need to get up early to leave them out of the coop. An automatic coop door does that particular chore for you, so you won’t have to worry about locking your chickens up at night or letting them out in the morning.
Golden Comet chickens are extremely popular due to their excellent egg-laying skills and hardy nature. They’re red sex-link chickens bred for their amazing egg production that can be color-sexed after hatching. But they have a much shorter lifespan than heritage chicken breeds, which is something to keep in mind.
The Lakenvelder chicken is a great-looking black and white chicken of German and Dutch descent. Not only do they have a fascinating history, but they’re also good layers and can be kept as a dual-purpose breed. Let’s find out everything there is to know about this fantastic chicken. Eggs 150 – 200 eggs yearly Egg […]
Automatic chicken coop doors are a must-have. Every flock owner will eventually look for an automatic chicken coop door to ease their life. You can sleep as long as you want and you don’t have to worry if you’re a little late.
VEVOR is a worldwide supplier of tough machinery and tools. We took their chicken coop and automatic door opener to the test.
If you have never heard of a Smokey Pearl chicken, don’t worry! They’re a fairly new breed and not known to the large public. The breed is an excellent egg layer and a great addition to any backyard flock. Let’s find out everything there is to know about this grey beauty. Eggs 280 eggs per […]
Developed in the 1950s in Canada, the Hampbar chicken has a fascinating history and yet remains relatively unknown to the large public. This dual-purpose chicken is a cross between a Rhodebar and a New Hampshire and is an auto-sexing breed that’s quite rare.
Have you ever wondered how tall an average-sized chicken is? You’re not alone! And there is no straightforward answer, as this depends on the breed and the gender of the bird. But we’ll get you started by answering the most common questions about a chicken’s height and size. How tall is a chicken? A medium-sized […]
