chicken health

The Importance of Calcium for Laying Hens

The Importance of Calcium for Laying Hensby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | September 12, 2023This post may contain…

1 year ago

5 Tips to Vacation-Proof the Chicken Coop

5 Tips to Vacation-Proof the Chicken Coopby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | August 29, 2023This post may contain…

1 year ago

8 Natural Supplements for Chickens

8 Natural Supplements for Chickensby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | August 15, 2023This post may contain affiliate links.…

1 year ago

When Do Chickens Start Laying Eggs?

When Do Chickens Start Laying Eggs?by Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | July 25, 2023This post may contain affiliate…

1 year ago

How to Prep a Chicken for a Poultry Show

How to Prep a Chicken for a Poultry Showby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | July 5, 2023This post…

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How to Stop a Hen from Being Broody

How to Stop a Hen from Being Broodyby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | June 20, 2023This post may…

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How to Care for a Sick Baby Chick

How to Care for a Sick Baby Chickby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | May 30, 2023This post may…

1 year ago

How to Use Herbs for Chickens on the Homestead

How to Use Herbs for Chickens on the Homesteadby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | May 23, 2023This post…

2 years ago

How to Treat Crooked Toes in Chicks

How to Treat Crooked Toes in Chicksby Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | May 16, 2023This post may contain…

2 years ago

How to Treat Splay Leg in Chicks

Splay leg is a condition that will cause a chick to not be able to stand and walk properly. It…

2 years ago

Should Chicks be Fed Medicated Chick Starter Feed?

Should Chicks be Fed Medicated Chick Starter Feed?by Alexa Lehr | The Pioneer Chicks | April 11, 2023This post may…

2 years ago

7 Chicken Care Tips for Spring Time

I feel like spring is the both the most exciting time and the most frustrating time for raising chickens on…

2 years ago

How to Prevent Coccidiosis in Chicks & Chickens

Coccidiosis is a very common chicken disease that is most prevalent in young chicks and chickens. It is a protozoal…

2 years ago

The Ultimate Guide to Frostbite on Chickens

One of the biggest flock health issues northern homesteaders face is frostbite. Frostbite occurs when the flesh freezes and prevents…

2 years ago

What is Coccidiosis in Chicks & Chickens?

What is coccidiosis? Coccidiosis is one of the most common chicken ailments to affect young chicks. Coccidiosis is a protozoal…

2 years ago

Can Chickens Have Cayenne Pepper?

Deciphering between fact and fiction when it comes to using holistic remedies or natural supplements for your homestead flock can…

2 years ago

Guide to Heat Tolerant Chicken Breeds

Hot weather is dangerous for chickens. Unlike us who can take layers on and off, chickens are stuck with their…

2 years ago

Can Chickens be in the Snow?

For northern homesteaders, the winter months can often bring that fluffy white stuff that you either love or you hate.…

2 years ago

How to Help Chickens Deal with Cold Stress

Cold stress is an often overlooked condition that is nearly unavoidable for most northern homestead flocks. Learning how to help…

2 years ago

Supplement Dosages for Chickens Guide

Natural supplements are a great way to keep your homestead flock healthy using holistic methods that both heal and nourish…

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