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How to Keep Owls Away From Chickens

October 13, 2022 · Pam Freeman · Coops

While not the most likely of chicken predators, owls can sometimes pose a threat. Learn how to keep owls away from chickens and how to appreciate the benefits owls have on the farm.

Keeping Your Flock Away from Predators Takes Strategy, Knowledge, and a Little Craftiness

October 6, 2022 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Coops

Predators are in all parts of the world, and there is quite a list of potential danger coming from both above and below. So what can you do to protect your birds when such predators are constantly lurking?

Rabbit and Chicken Frostbite Prevention Methods

October 6, 2022 · Janet Garman · Feed & Health

Rabbit and chicken frostbite occurrences are preventable. Adopting good cold-weather management for your small livestock buildings will go a long way to preventing rabbit and chicken frostbite in the first place.

Chicken Feather and Skin Development

October 5, 2022 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Chickens 101

Feathers are actually a very complex part of the bird; the development of the feathers and the feather follicles is extremely involved.

A Guide to Clipping Chicken Wings

October 5, 2022 · Gail Damerow · Feed & Health

Clipping chicken wings is a good skill to have if you’re going to raise backyard chickens. Unlike humans, who periodically get a haircut, shave, and nail trim, most chickens are pretty well equipped to take care of their own trims.

Button Quail: Adorable By Any Name

September 8, 2022 · Kenny Coogan · Poultry 101

Button quail, which are also known as Chinese painted quail, Chung-Chi, Asian blue quail or blue- breasted quail, are well, cute as a button! The smallest of the true quail, this species is endemic to Southeast Asia and Australia.

What Killed My Chicken?

September 8, 2022 · Gail Damerow · Coops

Keep a flock for long and sooner or later you’ll be asking yourself, “What killed my chicken?” Many marauders love our backyard chickens as much as we do, and each leaves a calling card that offers a clue as to which predator you’re dealing with.