Backyard Fowl Keepers

Consider the natural resting position of a chicken's foot. A flat perch allows them to settle comfortably without constant gripping, which reduces foot fatigue and injury.

VinnyVent wrote: Mon Feb 17, 2025 11:33 pm Hey guys, my first incubation isnt going well. A chicken egg is 4 days overdue, no movement for 3 days. I opened it slightly and saw veins still carrying blood. Could it still be alive and hatch?

If there's no external pip, it may not be ready. Watch for movement and keep humidity stable.

Hey everyone! I’m trying to figure out the best way to manage the ground in my chicken run. The area outside the run, where we walk, is getting covered with pea gravel because the chickens destroyed the grass. They used to free range in our backyard, but we now have a dog with a high prey drive ...

Since your layers thrive on free-ranging, you might want to try a slower-growing broiler like Red Rangers or Kosher Kings. These breeds grow faster than traditional dual-purpose birds but aren't as fragile as Cornish Cross. They're much better at foraging, which reduces feed costs. While they won't ...

Can I legally ship fertile chicken eggs across state or country borders without a license? If not, what permits or regulations apply? I searched online, but the information seems unclear. Has anyone navigated this process or know where to find reliable guidelines?




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I've used red bulbs, white bulbs, and heat plates. Red is better than white if using a bulb, but heat plates are by far the best option. Chicks raised with plates develop better sleeping patterns, are less stressed, and transition more easily when moved to the coop. A ceramic heat emitter is another ...

I just set some shipped eggs in my incubator and checked the air cells before placing them. Some of the air cells looked a bit loose, but none were completely detached or rolling around. Since they were shipped, I placed them upright with the air cells facing up and left the automatic turner off ...

Try mixing in absorbent materials like hemp bedding or kiln-dried pine shavings. They help wick away moisture better than straw or hay.

Just don't make rice their main food source. It's a good treat, but they need a balanced diet with protein and nutrients.

Aspergillus thrives in warm, damp conditions. If your pile was dry inside, the risk is lower, but always monitor your flock for any respiratory issues.