Do you want to raise your own chickens but feel you lack the space? Are you simply looking to have pet chickens that your children can safely play with? Or perhaps you want chickens that can be easily handled and that will provide you with a fresh supply of backyard eggs?If that’s so, then bantam […]
Don’t move on without taking a look at this first-rate breed. The Speckled Sussex has been around for quite some time, and not because of a stroke of luck. These British birds have set the bar high and we’ll tell you all about it in this following in-depth review. Quick Navigation The Splendid Survivor – A […]
Raising chickens is a wonderful experience, but there’s no doubt that it can also be fraught with difficulties and tough decisions. One of the greatest challenges doesn’t come from the chickens themselves, but rather from their enemies. Hungry for a snack, these animals will often stop at nothing to get into your coop – and […]
Enter your text here…You’ve just invited your old friend from school to come over as you’re on your way home from work. You walk into your apartment and come up short. Aghast, you cover your nose and think to yourself, “This place smells like butt!” In vain you search for the source of the smell. Even […]
Ouch! Getting a mosquito bite literally sucks.Whether you react severely to mosquito bites or not, getting turned into a human juice box is fun for no one.But using a store-bought repellent can be expensive – and bad for your health. (And let’s not forget, that aerosol spray isn’t doing the environment any favors, either!)If you’re […]
Moss is the boss when it comes to creating beautiful, peaceful little Zen gardens. Are you interested in growing your own moss, but don’t know how to get the ball rolling?Where do I get moss from? Does it grow in the same way that other plants do? How can I ensure it flourishes in the […]
Should I clean an egg that has been soiled? Do I have to clean all eggs before cooking? Is there a correct way to clean eggs? For those of you about to scrub the dirt off your eggs… please take a short pause, breathe in, and let us walk you through the science behind cleaning […]
We know that the modus operandi of chicken intercourse is hard to figure out just by looking at them.So, how do chickens and roosters mate? How often do chickens mate? …and, what on Earth is a cloacal kiss?No need to shy away from the nuts and bolts of chicken reproduction. After all, you’ll want to […]
Why is my chicken coop attracting countless flies? Can I chase flies away without having to use toxic products? Is it even possible to get rid of flies if you have chickens?Like every other creature on Earth, flies have a role to play in nature. In large quantities, however, not only do they become a buzzing-nuisance, […]
Why do hens need light to yield eggs? How much light do chickens need to keep laying? Should I leave the light on 24/7? Do artificial lights have any negative effects on chickens? Light is intrinsically linked to egg production in chickens. In fact, no light pretty much equals no eggs. Let’s elaborate on the […]