health and diet

What Treats Can I Give my Chickens Daily?

What treats can I give my chickens daily? Should I even give my chickens daily treats? These are all great…

2 years ago

How to Treat Dietary Imbalances in Chickens

An imbalance in a chicken's diet can cause the chicken to not receive the proper nutrition it needs, either by…

2 years ago

How to Prevent Dietary Imbalances in Chickens

A nutritionally complete and balanced diet for your flock should help prevent a majority of dietary issues, however, sometimes dietary…

2 years ago

Chicken Molting 101- What is Molting?

We've reached that time of the year where you get no fresh eggs from your homestead flock and it looks…

2 years ago

Why Do Chickens Dust Bathe?

Why do chickens dust bathe? Chickens dust bathe for several reasons. The primary ones being because it seems to be…

2 years ago

How to Treat Bumblefoot Naturally

Chickens are on their feet all day. Even when they roost, perch or relax, they are still on their feet!…

2 years ago

What to Feed Chickens During the Summer

I know you have probably heard me say this over and over in my articles, or at least something like…

3 years ago

How to Switch Chicken Feed for the Homestead Flock

A chicken's diet is essential for keeping it healthy and productive. Sudden diet changes can be hard for your homestead…

3 years ago

Sour Crop vs Impacted Crop in Chickens

The crop is the gateway to a chicken's stomach. Ensuring that the crop is functioning properly is essential for keeping…

3 years ago

Why is my Chicken Losing Feathers?

Why is my chicken losing feathers? A chicken's feathers are what protect its skin and helps keep the chicken warm.…

3 years ago