Are you in the process of getting your backyard ready for chickens for the first time? Worried about them going wandering or eggscaping? Or perhaps you’ve already got some birds and they’re proving to be much more adventurous than you expected. Fear not. Chickens can jump, fly or hop further than most people think, but
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- April 2024
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As with all animals, it’s important for your chickens to not be too fat or too thin. Being underweight or overweight can be a sign of, or can cause serious illness. Keeping them at the right weight will ensure they stay healthy and happy, and that you’ll never be short of delicious eggs. But how
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We were sent this story from Dave and Linda, ChickenGuard owners from ‘way up in the Ozark Mountains’, they’d had a terrible fire in their coop. And sadly many of their chickens died as a result. “On February 16 of this year we had a weather forecast of 10 degrees below zero with a foot
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Usually, when you hear people talk about having chickens, it’s in the plural. Not just one chicken. But what if you’re limited by cost or space and don’t want to squeeze multiple birds into a small area? Or perhaps you had a few birds but most have died leaving one left on its own. Read
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Our domesticated feathered friends don’t rely on their noses as much as their sight in terms of their survival instincts, but more and more studies have begun to indicate that a chicken’s sense of smell may be better than we previously assumed. In this compre-hen-sive post, we’ll be outlining some key facts surrounding chickens and
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Chickens may not be the first animal that comes to mind when thinking about water, but the swimming abilities of these distinct farm animals may surprise you. Despite their lack of waterproof feathers, chickens can indeed swim safely in shallow water for a short length of time while supervised. Whether you’re a chicken owner or
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Chicken keeping doesn't have to be difficult, but rats can pose a big problem if left unchecked You really don't need the extra stress of vermin creeping around your coops in the middle of the night, eating all your feed, gnawing on everything and pooping everywhere making you ratty. With a few smart decisions and
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Deciding on bedding for your chickens can be a difficult and confusing decision, with many options available. From pine shavings, sand, recycled paper and grass clippings, each option comes with its own set of applications. We have compiled the best chicken bedding options out there and covered the key topics that frequently confuse poultry owners
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Your girls will love you for this. Treat them to some delicious Marriage’s Feed. Win your girls this fabulous treat. We’ve got 10 Marriage’s Farmyard Layers Pellets (20kg) bags to be won. To enter all you have to do is tell us if your girls could marry any chicken in the world who would it be
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If you’re thinking about getting some garden chickens you’re far from alone. In fact, recent research we commissioned revealed that there are now more than 1 million households keeping chickens in the UK, with hens now more popular as pets than hamsters! Complex little creatures with big personalities, chickens make great pets and are incredibly
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