Backyard Fowl Keepers

Weighing once a week might give a better idea of trends. A small dip in growth one week isn't necessarily a concern unless it continues.

High protein isn't usually an issue, but too much can cause kidney problems. Watch for excessive urates in droppings as a sign.

We have a free-ranging flock, and one of our hens recently hatched ten adorable chicks. For the first week, we kept them in an enclosure, but for the past 2.5 weeks, theyve been roaming with their mom, learning to forage, dust bathe, and explore their surroundings. Everything seemed perfectuntil ...

Hey everyone, I just ran into a small issue and wanted to check if its a big deal. The light in my chicken coop just burned out, and my replacement wont arrive until next week. My birds are used to having some light in the evenings, but now theyll be in total darkness once the sun sets.

Will this ...

Ive been looking into different treat options for my flock and was wondering about feeding rice. Ive heard mixed opinions on whether its safe for chickens to eat cooked or uncooked rice. Some people say its perfectly fine, while others claim it can cause digestive issues or even crop problems ...

Bantam Cochins and Silkies are both small, sweet, and perfect for a backyard. They love attention and don't tend to fly over fences.

My RIRs were all over the place with when they started laying. Some at 18 weeks, some closer to 24. Every bird is different!

One trick is to check for the bullseye on the yolk before setting them. If you've already seen that they're fertile, you've got a shot at success!

Maybe she's just a natural guard quail! If she's not harming her flock, it might just be her way of asserting dominance.

Im getting chickens and geese soon and plan to let them supplement graze in my pasture within an electric fence. The problem isI have no idea whats growing out there! The previous owners grazed horses, and Ive never reseeded, though Id like to overseed with a poultry forage mix.

Are there any ...