What’s Happening With The Chooks? Around late summer to Autumn most chickens (except the early “spring chickens”) will start their annual moult. They shed old …
Check these “Before” buying new chickens
Bringing a new chicken home without a strict physical inspection is the fastest way to crash your entire flock. Regardless of how much you want …
The Best Wire For Chicken Coop?
The biggest trap for new backyard keepers? The name “Chicken Wire.” Because of its name, people assume it is the standard for building a chicken …
Galvanized Metal Waterer Warning
They look strong, rustic, and beautiful, but that galvanized (metal) waterer in your coop might be a ticking time bomb for your flock. Here is …
Scattering Feed Everywhere?
Wasting feed means wasting money, and nothing attracts rodents to a coop faster than scattered food on the floor. If you feel like you are …
Draft VS Ventilation
Can we cover the chicken coops to keep them warm? In the Northern Hemisphere, where there are snowstorms, frozen water, and sub-zero temperatures, keepers often …
Why did my chicken stop laying eggs?
Are you walking out to the coop and finding empty nesting boxes lately? You aren’t alone! As the days get shorter, we get this question …
Bedding Talk
This is one of our most frequently asked questions every time we post a photo of our breeding pens! Choosing the perfect bedding is one …
Broody Hen FAQ
Broody Hen a.k.a Nasty Bit*h on the nest Q. How do I know if my hen is broody? 1. She’s glued to the nest. Kick …
Winter & Summer Chicken Care in Australia
Q: How do you manage very hot days and cold nights with your chickens? Do they just adjust, or are there tips to help them? …