Chicken combs come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some of the most common combs include the buttercup, cushion, rose and the classic single comb. The comb is a fleshy red hat and serves more purposes than you think! With all the variations in Read More →
As backyard chicken keepers we do not think too much about a chicken’s crop. However it is a vital piece of the digestive tract that serves as a holding place for undigested food. In the wild, chickens have to eat their food quickly as predators Read More →
Have you ever noticed one of your chickens being pecked? Although many chicken breeds are very friendly and accepting, chicken bullying does exist. Maybe the one being bullied is the smallest or newest chicken. Whilst the occasional pecking is nothing to be concerned about it Read More →
Just how many roosters should you keep with your hens? As you shall see there is no perfect number or rule to follow as each flock is different. However there are certain guidelines and rules which you can use to help put you in the Read More →
If you are new to keeping chickens then feather loss can be a frustrating event. You might already be aware of the annual molt but what else causes feather loss in chickens? As it turns out there are a few good reasons for them to Read More →
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