Many people keep chickens to collect their daily amount of fresh eggs and dispose of kitchen leftovers. Chickens are sociable animals and need company. You should also consider how many chickens to keep to provide a steady supply of eggs. We’ll help you get started! How Many Chickens Should You Get? Chickens are sociable animals […]
Chickens are some of the most domesticated birds in the world and provide eggs and meat to millions of people every day. Depending on several factors, like breed, diet, and living conditions, a chicken’s lifespan can vary. But how old do most chickens get? And when do most stop laying eggs? Let’s find out! How […]
Have you ever noticed how chickens act as if they’re on the verge of starvation whenever you approach the coop? They run towards you and make noise, but it’s hard to tell whether they’re hungry or other factors are at play. Let’s find out why chickens always seem to be hungry.
Chickens are often underrated for their intelligence, but did you know they can learn and recognize their names? They even recognize the voices of their owners.
Have you ever wondered how tall an average-sized chicken is? You’re not alone! And there is no straightforward answer, as this depends on the breed and the gender of the bird. But we’ll get you started by answering the most common questions about a chicken’s height and size. How tall is a chicken? A medium-sized […]
If you’ve ever had chicken poop stuck on the bottom of your shoes, you know the value of appropriate farm shoes. A dedicated pair of footgear for chicken coop chores is essential. And with the largest bird flu outbreak ever, keeping the chicken coop a bio-safety zone is vital.
There are plenty of farm boots or shoes on the market, and we’ll address the best ones by type and usage.
Chickens can be real Houdini’s. They jump or flap over the fence and wander off to your neighbor’s backyard or vegetable garden. Or maybe you’re not a chicken owner but get some unwanted visitors from time to time, destroying your plants. There are many humane, easy, and straightforward ways to keep your chickens inside the […]
Chickens are the most abundant and widespread domestic livestock in the world. The total number of chickens worldwide has tripled since 1990, from 10.6 billion birds to over 34.4 billion in 2023. The spectacular growth results from the rising global demand for eggs and meat. Unfortunately, this all comes with a price. Chickens are the […]
No, chickens can not see very well in the dark. They are not nocturnal animals like cats that sleep most of the day and are awake at night, so their sight isn’t adjusted to dark surroundings. As chickens roost at night and have bad night vision, they are vulnerable to predators when darkness falls. There […]
Yes, chickens can and will eat snow for water during winter, especially if no other water source is available. Chickens are hardy animals that do very well during harsh and cold winters; they don’t mind eating snow instead of water and will even do so even if there is plenty of water around. But there […]
