– “No Resting”: Air cell damage occurs when there is a tear between the two membranes of the egg, often caused by vibrations, drops, and …
Raising Bob White Quail – Brooder set up, Habitat & Sexing Tips
Bob White Quail Brooder Setup and Care Bobwhite quail chicks require a proper brooder setup that includes a reliable heat source, suitable bedding, appropriate feed, …
Sumatra Sexing Tips
Pay attention to the thickness of the comb. Sumatra chicks can be sexed as early as 3 weeks old. Females have a thin center comb …
Leghorn Sexing Tips
Leghorn chicks can typically be sexed around the 6-week mark by observing their comb size. Early on, all Leghorn chicks (regardless of sex) may appear …
Raising Japanese Quail ; Brooder, Habitat and Sexting tips
Japanese Quail Brooder Setup and Care Japanese quail chicks require a well-prepared brooder setup with a heat source, bedding, feed, and water ready upon hatching. …
Water candling method
When to Use Water Candling? Use water candling at the end of the hatch when you have unhatched eggs and are unsure if they are …
Do You Have a Plan for Roosters?
⚠️ Content Warning: This post discusses euthanasia as an option. (no graphic image included) If this is a sensitive topic for you, please feel free …
Rooster training and aggressive rooster
Raising countless chicks every season, we often find that the ones who steal our hearts and catch our attention from a young age often turn …
Chicken nail clipping
Chickens typically naturally grind down their nails by scratching and digging in the ground, so nail clipping is generally unnecessary. However, some chickens, like Silkies, …
Feather Trimming Prior Breeding Season
“Feather trimming” is a standard breeding practice, especially before the breeding season. No harm comes to the chickens. Trimming is typically reserved for breeds with …