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Sussex chickens are very popular as a dual-purpose breed, meaning they can be kept for both meat and eggs. They’re large birds, and some have a very appealing color pattern, like the Speckled Sussex chicken. Sussex birds are extremely friendly and kind, which makes them suitable backyard pets for children. Let’s find out all there […]
Polish chickens, or Padua chickens, are extremely popular with chicken keepers with children. They don’t look like any other chicken, and due to their extraordinary looks, and decent egg-laying skills, they’re a favorite pet chicken. However, they need more care than a hybrid, so it’s best to be prepared! Let’s find out all there is […]
Chickens love pumpkins! Both the flesh and seeds are nutritional powerhouses for your backyard flock. If you are preparing some jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween, keep some flesh and seeds aside for your birds. We are not exaggerating. A small cup of pumpkin cubes already provides more than 200% of a chicken’s daily vitamin A intake. We’ve […]
Favus or ringworm is a fungal disease that causes white powdery spots on a chicken’s comb and wattles. Although the fungus is rather rare in humans these days, favus occasionally pops up in backyard flocks worldwide.
Nutrients | Health Benefits | Amount | Seeds | Leaves | Flowers | When to avoid Chickens can safely eat pumpkins and love pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin scraps are a healthy addition to a chicken’s diet as they contain many vitamins, especially vitamin A. With the Halloween season coming up, everybody is preparing their jack-o’-lantern pumpkins. […]
Nutritional Value | Health Benefits | Amount | Leaves | Flowers | FAQ Zucchinis or courgettes are popular table scraps that frequently end up in the chicken run. It’s a healthy Italian vegetable that’s part of many traditional cuisines. Chickens can eat every part of zucchini, and it’s a very healthy food source for them. […]
Chickens can eat bananas and banana peels and it’s a reasonable food source. We discuss everything you need to know before you start tossing the leftovers in the run. Key takeaways: Can Chickens Eat Bananas? Yes – your chickens can certainly eat bananas! Bananas are a sweet treat for your flock and a great way […]
Asparagus is popular in many diets because it’s low in calories and rich in nutrients. However, it’s also known to make your pee smell. Asparagus is healthy for chickens but can make their eggs taste poorly. Can Chickens Eat Asparagus? Chickens can eat raw and cooked asparagus in abundance: it’s a low-calorie food source of […]
The Deathlayer will be the coolest chicken breed in your flock, with its hardcore name and unique looks. Deathlayers remain pretty unknown, although they go back 400 years, but were only recently imported into the US. Their fantastic egg-laying skills and amazing looks make them the perfect addition to any backyard flock. Let’s get started […]
Broccoli is a nutritional powerhouse for chickens. The green vegetable is packed with minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, and fibers that are vital for the chicken’s metabolism. The nutrient profile of broccoli is off the charts. Just take a quick glance at the contents of broccoli and compare them with the daily recommended intake for Laying Hens: […]
