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8 Simple Boredom Busters for Urban Chickens
In urban chicken farming, bored chickens leads to undesirable behavior: Hens might pluck their feathers or peck at each other.
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Identifying and Treating Respiratory Infection in Chickens
Respiratory infection in chickens is a serious concern, but many new flock owners tend to jump to conclusions every time a chicken sneezes.
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The Dutch Bantam Chicken: A True Bantam Breed
The Dutch bantam chicken is said to have originated in the Netherlands. However, historical documents from Europe tell us that the breed was brought into the Netherlands by Dutch sailors who sailed for The East India Company.
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Easy Holiday Meal with Roast Turkey
Add to Favorites Whether it’s an elaborate feast with the perfect roast turkey or a simple supper, holidays are a time to give thanks for our abundant blessings, and to …
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Raising American Buff Geese for Holiday Dinners
ALBC Research & Technical Program Manager: Our family has always had a taste for something different on the holiday table and the Christmas goose is among one of our favorites. As our family farm continues to grow, we thought that perhaps adding geese to our property would be a boon for our holiday festivities.
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Chicken Clothes for Halloween and Christmas
Whether it be for a competition, holiday, or just for pleasure, many people enjoy putting clothes and accessories on their chickens.
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How to Protect Chickens from Hawks
as a backyard chicken owner, I hated to see my chicken killed. Of course, I then wanted to know exactly how to protect chickens from hawks.
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Chicken Feather and Skin Development
Feathers are actually a very complex part of the bird; the development of the feathers and the feather follicles is extremely involved.
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A Guide to Clipping Chicken Wings
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.
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What Does a Chicken Coop Need in Case of Emergency
What does a chicken coop need in case of emergency? Learn what you need to have on hand to be prepared for the unknown.
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