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Common Problems With Baby Chickens And How To Fix Them

Also known as stargazing and wry neck. This occurs when a baby chicken cannot hold its neck up properly, with its head falling upwards onto its back, forcing it to look upwards - hence … See more

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A Complete Beginner’s Guide To Keeping Chickens

WEBAs mentioned previously, keeping chickens is a relatively easy job, so long as you establish a strong routine. Here are some of the things you’ll need to do for your …

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The Ultimate Guide to Keeping Happy & Healthy Chickens

WEBTo be happy and healthy hens your backyard chickens require a balanced diet packed with the following essential nutrients. Protein - assists with growth, …

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5 Most Common Chicken Health Problems

WEBA sour taste in their beak. The fifth most common hen health issue we are asked about is sour crop. The chicken digestive tract is an intriguingly complex system …

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Isa Browns: A Comprehensive Guide

WEBISA Browns are known for being a low maintenance and friendly breed, and famed for their plentiful supply of big, brown eggs! This all-rounder breed is great for first …

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First Aid Kit for Backyard Chickens

WEBYour backyard chicken first aid kit should include: Bandages & medical tape. Use bandages & medical tape to cover wounds and discourage pecking. Iodine. Use …

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Why Are Herbs Good For My Chickens

WEBGood for You. Like with your chickens, rosemary is also a great health aid for you too! It has long been believed that rosemary has memory-enhancing properties, so helps to …

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The Importance of Chicken Waterers

WEBFor more information click here. Water is vital to a chicken’s health, so choose your chicken waterer wisely. Chickens must have access to clean fresh water at all times. It is …

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Respiratory Diseases In Chickens

WEBTreatment is usually in the form of antibiotics - definitely one to consult your vet on. Bronchitis. This disease causes respiratory symptoms such as sneezing and …

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How do I help my chickens lose weight

WEBOats. Spinach. - Ensure they are getting adequate exercise. If your chickens are able to free-range regularly, this should be enough to satisfy their exercise needs. …

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How Basil Can Keep Your Chickens Healthy

WEBChicken speak, Basil promotes mucus membrane and respiratory system health, so adding some crushed basil to your chicken feed will keep your chicks clucky, and their egg …

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How Do I Look After Baby Chickens

WEBAs soon as the sun starts to peek through the weary clouds of the evening, your baby chickens will be up and ready for the day! Their incessant chirps are sure to …

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Leghorn Chicken Breed Profile

WEBThe Leghorns were one of the breeds used to create the modern battery hybrid layer as they are very productive birds and are able to adapt to all conditions. …

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7 Reasons Why You Should Feed Your Chickens Mealworms

WEBStick your beak into this easy to digest article with the top 7 reasons to feed mealworms to your hungry feathered friends. 1. Just a few mealworms goes a long way. …

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5 Reasons to Love Sussex Chickens

WEBThe Sussex chicken is a simply superb breed of chook for any Chicken Lady or Lad. To watch them saunter about your backyard is a pure delight. Sussex are kind, …

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Ginger for your chickens

WEBGood for your Hens. For chickens, Ginger is known to be a great appetite stimulant, anti-oxidant and also a stress reducer-perfect for when the pressure of being …

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A Chicken Lady's Guide To Apple Cider Vinegar

WEBLong story short, apple cider vinegar helps keep you or your chickens health in balance by regulating the body’s PH so that everything can run at its peak. 2. Boost …

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Why Keep Pet Backyard Chickens

WEBGood Backyard Eggs. Free-range chickens produce eggs that are far higher in Omega-3 acids and Vitamin E. They are also lower in cholesterol than store-bought …

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Brahma Chicken: The Most Comprehensive Guide to this Giant Breed

WEBA Brahma chicken egg weighs 2oz or 56 grams. They lay medium to large eggs, so the bigger the hen, doesn’t mean the bigger the egg. Brahma hens are 66% larger than a …

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