Backyard Fowl Keepers

Think about ergonomics! You'll want a door at least 2 feet wide and 2.5 feet high so you're not struggling to reach corners. I also recommend adding a waist-height cleanout door so you're not bending down constantly. For nesting boxes, a separate flap or lift-up lid saves time. If you can, design ...

Something may have spooked them in the coop,predators, drafts, or even a sudden noise at night. Have you checked for signs of mice or other small intruders?

I recommend running a test with just a few eggs first before setting all of them. That way, you can see if they start developing without wasting space in your incubator.

Since your birds aren't acting sick, you could do a fecal float test before worming. That way, you know exactly what you're dealing with.

Jersey Giants take longer to grow but get huge. If you're patient, they make great meat birds while thriving on free range.

If youve kept both ducks and chickens, how do they each interact with your garden? I know chickens can be great for pest control but also love to scratch and dig sometimes at the expense of my plants. Ducks, on the other hand, seem more focused on slugs and bugs without disturbing the soil as much ...

Liver is safe in moderation, but too much can cause vitamin A toxicity. Avoid feeding intestines due to parasite risks.

I've had great success with a chicken garden! Chickens enjoy foraging in a garden filled with plants like kale, lettuce, and dandelion. I also grow some edible flowers like nasturtiums, which are safe and add some color to their diet.

I had a silkie take almost 36 hours from pip to hatch once. I know it's nerve-wracking, but patience is key!

If your feed store recommended it, it's probably fine. But if you have doubts, call another store and ask their opinion.