Backyard Fowl Keepers

Im thinking of getting a livestock guardian dog to help protect my flock. What breeds have you had the best experience with around chickens? Looking for calm, protective, and chicken-friendly!




Our Maremma watches over chickens, ducks, and goats. It took time to train, but now she's gentle and ...

You're right that human vaccines are spaced apart to prevent immune overload, and poultry vaccines follow similar principles. Since Marek's is best given early, I'd prioritize that first. Fowl pox can be given later but has an egg withdrawal period if the birds are laying. Some studies suggest that ...

A rooster bachelor pen can work well, but it depends on the temperament of the birds. Some roosters remain bonded without hens, while others may see each other as rivals once the hens are removed. To increase your chances of success, ensure they have ample space, multiple feeding and watering ...

Poor girl! It might be that she's feeling uncomfortable because of the poop. I would recommend gently holding her while you clean her up. You can try wrapping her in a towel to keep her calm. It helps keep them still and less stressed.

I have two batches of chicks hatching soonone small group in early February and a larger group in March. The first batch will start in a plastic bin inside before moving to a heated garage brooder. The second batch will be bigger, so I might need multiple heat sources.

Should I go with a heat ...

That sounds like a fun project! Chickens love fresh greens, so planting clover, alfalfa, and kale is always a great choice. I also grow some edible flowers like marigolds and nasturtiums. They help keep pests away and are safe for chickens.

Hello everyone!

Ive seen some incredible stories about people successfully hatching chicks from store-bought eggs, and Im really curious to try it myself. I usually buy the high-end "free-range, organic, farm-fresh" eggs from Aldi, and recently, I got a carton that had a lot of bloom and even a few ...