Chickens use their nesting boxes solely to lay eggs. But depending on the breeds you own and the number of chickens, you’ll need enough nesting boxes, so every hen has a secluded place to lay eggs. Let’s find out how many nesting boxes to provide for a flock of 10 chickens and more. How many […]
We created an A-Frame chicken coop plan with step-by-step instructions. The A-frame coop is an affordable solution that’s easy to build, even if you lack woodworking skills. It’s an ideal DIY project for the weekend. The chicken coop provides space for 3 to 4 chickens. The plan is flexible enough to make the coop bigger […]
We created a simple and straightforward chicken coop plan with step-by-step instructions. Everybody can build it, even if you lack woodworking skills. It’s an ideal DIY project for the weekend. The chicken coop provides space for 3 to 4 medium chickens or six small chickens (or bantams). The plan is flexible enough to make the […]
Chicken Coops are ideal DIY projects. Building your own coop can save money and give you a sense of accomplishment. Your chickens will also forgive you a crooked screw. There are several chicken coop plans online, but many are complex and challenging to build. We created a simple and straightforward design that everybody can build, […]
Automatic chicken coop doors are the best invention since sliced bread. Every chicken keeper 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 home late.
ChickenGuard is one of the go-to brands for chicken coop doors of many chicken keepers worldwide. We take their doors to the test.
An automatic chicken coop door is a dream for every chicken keeper. It opens in the morning and closes when the night falls. ChickenGuard is one of the most well-known brands of automatic chicken coop doors. They claim their doors are easy to set up, but many still struggle with the installation. We guide you […]
Let’s face it, most of us keep chickens for their delicious eggs that cover our daily breakfast needs. So let’s assume you have more than one or two hens in your flock. They need to be comfortable and at ease, especially when laying eggs. How many nesting boxes should you provide? Let’s find out. How […]
A hen’s nesting box is where they feel safe, enclosed, and comfortable. So, comparing all options on the market to choose the best one for your flock is important.
Flies can be a real plague during the summer months when the weather is warm and days are long. Especially inside the chicken coop, where there are chicken droppings and water near, you’ll find thousands of flies. Not only are flies annoying, but they can also cause serious health issues to your chickens, like flystrike. […]
Chinchilla dust is high-quality natural dust for chinchillas to bathe. Chickens also love dust baths, regularly rooting in filthy soil. At first glance, chinchilla dust looks like a superior bathing solution for chickens. But is it safe for our beloved birds? To find out, we first need to understand what chinchilla dust is. What is […]
