Backyard Fowl Keepers

If I must clean, I use a damp paper towel with warm water and very gentle pressure. Never soak the eggs!

I'm really worried about my hen and could use some advice. She has been acting lethargic all day, standing in one spot, looking fluffed up, and not engaging much with the rest of the flock. She is usually active and alert, so this is a big change in behavior.

A little while ago, I checked on her ...

I'd give them at least 24 hours of rest upright before starting to turn. If you're worried, try gentle tilts rather than full turns at first. With shipped eggs, stability is key, and avoiding too much movement early on will help the air cells stay intact. Just keep an eye on them when candling again ...

Im new to keeping backyard chickens and have noticed something strange with my three 6-7 week-old chicks. Every night when the sun starts to set, they begin making soft whistling noises, almost like theyre anxious. Its not loud, but since I live in the city, I want to keep them as quiet as possible ...