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Livestock Guardian Dogs to Keep Hens Safe
Using Livestock Guardian Dogs (LGDs) to keep herds and flocks safe from harm is an age-old practice, although relatively new in North America.
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How to Train Your Dog Not to Attack Chickens
Another hen has met her untimely death with your untrained dog. How do your train your dog not to attack chickens?
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Lavender for Chickens
Using lavender for chickens and their nesting boxes helps to repel insects while calming and promoting a stress-free coop.
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Free-Range Chickens: Pros vs Cons
Chickens usually enjoy free-ranging, but it is not without risks. Check out these tips to keep them safe from predators and other woes.
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It’s Show Time! Picking the Best Show Chickens
Learn how to select a chicken breed for a show and how to prep your chicken for a show.
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Test Your Soil to Keep Your Poultry Safe
Get your farm yard soil tested for heavy metals, lead, pH, soil class, NPK, and nutrients to protect your flock and livestock animals.
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Permaculture, Gardening with Chickens
We moved to the country and soon started gardening with chickens. One of our first projects was for a small flock.
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Ah! There’s Nothing Like a Good Dust Bath
Chickens, turkeys, and quail all dust bathe, as well as many wild birds. Learn how to help your birds stay healthy, clean, and mite-free.
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Make a Weed Salad with Apple Cider Vinegar for Your Chickens
Chickweed and dandelions benefit your flock and your wallet. Add variety to your usual chicken feed with a garden weed salad with apple cider vinegar for chickens.
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A Guide to Poultry Parasites
Protecting your flock from internal and external poultry parasites is the key to a proper parasite management plan.
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