The editorial team consists of 3rd generation chicken owners Kat, journalist, editor-in-chief, and Nick, working with illustrators and specialists in the field.
Maybe using the deep litter method in a chicken coop is something you’ve heard of before. It can make things easier for you as you won’t have to clean out the chicken droppings every week. The deep litter method is a way of composting your chicken’s droppings by letting them build up over time. But […]
Silkies make great pets. They’re gentle and friendly and stay small, so it’s pretty easy to keep them temporarily inside the house to enjoy their social nature. But what happens when they poop? Can Silkie chickens wear diapers? And if so, what is a good Silkie chicken diaper? Find our complete article on Silkie chickens […]
Chickens need a roosting place in the chicken coop to sleep and spend the night. They stand upright on perches while they sleep. It’s their instinct to sleep standing on branches in a tree, so that’s what we mimic in the chicken coop. We’ll tackle everything you need to know: But first things first: What […]
Now and then, your chicken coop needs a thorough clean. If you want to discourage bacteria, flies, mites, or other parasites from visiting your flock, you’ll need to disinfect and clean the coop regularly. Do this at least twice a year, next to the basic clean you do periodically. We’ll give you a hand to […]
How do you choose the best bedding for a chicken coop? Providing the best bedding for your chickens isn’t about luxury. It’s a basic need for them to feel comfortable and happy. The proper bedding will keep your flock healthy and clean, but it also prevents eggs from cracking. You should address several issues when […]
As days prolong and get warmer, you’ll need to prepare the chicken coop for spring to come. Spruce it up and get some spring cleaning done! Things to do to prepare your chicken coop for spring: Predator Proof Your Chicken Coop After Winter In springtime, loads of predators come out of hibernation and start looking […]
All chickens love dust baths. It’s the ideal activity to keep them happy, entertained, and clean. Chickens clean themselves by getting dirty and pure chickens are less likely to catch parasites or other major health issues. Make sure you have plenty of dust baths available so multiple chickens can enjoy their dust bath simultaneously. It’s […]
A chicken is a living creature and comes with its health issues. When observing your flock, always keep an eye on possible chicken health problems. We’ll comment on some of the most common chicken health problems and the possible solutions to the problem. First Aid for Chickens It is important to remember that chickens are […]
Unfortunately, there are various kinds of predators who are after your chickens. And once they’ve discovered the chicken coop, chances are, they’ll keep on coming until all your chickens are dead. In this article, we’ll guide you through the most common predators and how to recognize the animal that’s terrifying your flock. We also give […]
Raising playful baby chicks isn’t too hard if you know the ins and outs. We’ll guide you through the process! Getting Your Chicks First of all, you need to get some chicks! You can hatch your own eggs, but prepare a decent-sized incubator if you do so. The other option is buying day-old chicks: You […]
