One of the most upsetting issues when keeping chickens is dealing with a red mites infestation inside the chicken coop. Eradicating mites is difficult and time-consuming, but on the other hand, preventing red mites is quite an easy task!
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One of the most upsetting issues when keeping chickens is dealing with a red mites infestation inside the chicken coop. Eradicating mites is difficult and time-consuming, but on the other hand, preventing red mites is quite an easy task!
Painting your chicken coop is a great idea to make it weatherproof, durable, and easy to clean. You can paint the outside as well as the inside. On top of that, it has a deterrent effect on red mites and other parasites. But what paint do you choose?
Pinless peepers, or chicken blinders, are often used to prevent a chicken from pecking and bullying other chickens or pulling its feathers. But do they work? And do pinless peepers hurt a chicken? The answer is very simple. Yes, pinless peepers prevent feather pecking and aggressive behavior. No, pinless peepers don’t hurt your chickens, as […]
Let’s start by addressing a common misconception. Most roosters are not aggressive at all. In rare cases, roosters turn against chicken keepers or are antagonistic toward the hens. There are some tricks to tame aggressive roosters or calm them down; however, this takes time, and success isn’t guaranteed. When the behavior doesn’t improve after a […]
Maybe using the deep litter method in a chicken coop is something you’ve heard of before. It can make things easier for you as you won’t have to clean out the chicken droppings every week. The deep litter method is a way of composting your chicken’s droppings by letting them build up over time. But […]
Silkies make great pets. They’re gentle and friendly and stay small, so it’s pretty easy to keep them temporarily inside the house to enjoy their social nature. But what happens when they poop? Can Silkie chickens wear diapers? And if so, what is a good Silkie chicken diaper? Find our complete article on Silkie chickens […]
Chickens need a roosting place in the chicken coop to sleep and spend the night. They stand upright on perches while they sleep. It’s their instinct to sleep standing on branches in a tree, so that’s what we mimic in the chicken coop. We’ll tackle everything you need to know: But first things first: What […]
Now and then, your chicken coop needs a thorough clean. If you want to discourage bacteria, flies, mites, or other parasites from visiting your flock, you’ll need to disinfect and clean the coop regularly. Do this at least twice a year, next to the basic clean you do periodically. We’ll give you a hand to […]
How do you choose the best bedding for a chicken coop? Providing the best bedding for your chickens isn’t about luxury. It’s a basic need for them to feel comfortable and happy. The proper bedding will keep your flock healthy and clean, but it also prevents eggs from cracking. You should address several issues when […]
As days prolong and get warmer, you’ll need to prepare the chicken coop for spring to come. Spruce it up and get some spring cleaning done! Things to do to prepare your chicken coop for spring: Predator Proof Your Chicken Coop After Winter In springtime, loads of predators come out of hibernation and start looking […]
