The editorial team consists of 3rd generation chicken owners Kat, journalist, editor-in-chief, and Nick, working with illustrators and specialists in the field.
Characteristics | Eggs | Pros & Cons | Hen vs Rooster | Chicks | Care | Climate | White Color Pattern | History | Genetics | Breeding | Personality Among the rustic charm of your chicken coop, one breed will steal the show with its snow-white feathers glowing in the morning light. That’s the White […]
Characteristics | Eggs | Climate | Rooster vs Hen | Splash Laced Red Color Pattern | History | Genetics | Breeding | Blue vs Splash | Personality The Splash Laced Red Wyandotte is a captivating chicken that has caused much intrigue and confusion in the breeding world. They are amazing backyard chickens to keep, and […]
Characteristics | Eggs | Hen vs Rooster | Chicks | Climate | Blue Laced Color Pattern | History | Genetics | Breeding | Blue vs Splash | Personality The Blue Laced Red Wyandotte is a stunning chicken with unique reddish-brown feathers delicately laced with shades of blueish grey. This color variety of the Wyandotte turns […]
The Golden Laced Wyandotte is a stunning American chicken breed with a large round body and a scalloped pattern of gold with black lacing. They are gorgeous, hardy, docile, and pretty decent egg layers. We’ll take a closer look into the Golden Laced Wyandotte’s (GLW) characteristics and its colors, and learn all about its personality […]
Characteristics | Eggs | Hen vs Rooster | Chicks | Climate | Silver Laced Color Pattern | History | Genetics | Breeding | Personality The Silver Laced Wyandotte is an iconic variety of the Wyandotte chicken breed with silvery-white plumage and dark, intricate lacing, giving it a truly remarkable look and royal presence. The Silver […]
Imagine checking the nesting boxes daily, only to discover an emptiness where you expect fresh eggs. This can be frustrating, especially if it becomes a recurring issue over days or weeks. But fear not – a chicken’s pause in egg production can stem from many factors, some more common than others. To better understand your […]
ChickenGuard is a well-known manufacturer of automatic door openers since 2013. Recently, the company launched a new coop door, completely pre-assembled and easy to install: the ChickenGuard All-in-One.
Lethargy is a common symptom in chickens that should be taken seriously. If your chicken is lounging on the ground with its eyes closed, ready to nap, it could be a red flag signaling an underlying health issue. We’ll go over the most common causes of depression, listlessness, and lethargy in chickens one by one […]
In this day and age of growing environmental consciousness, a growing number of people choose to keep chickens in their backyards. While keeping chickens holds many advantages, it is also important to keep potential health risks in mind. Salmonella and Campylobacter infections can be transmitted from poultry to humans and are a concern to keep […]
Keeping chickens can be straightforward or challenging, depending on your area and climate. Frostbite is a significant concern that can arise if precautions aren’t taken during extreme winters. It’s crucial to be well-informed about frostbite to ensure the well-being of your flock.
