Author: Justin Shelton

One of the features that differentiate it from most other birds is that it has a comb and two wattles. The comb is the red appendage on the top of the head, and the wattles are the two appendages under the chin. What are 3 interesting facts about chickens? Five Surprising Facts about Chickens Hens […]

The direct answer is NO. Unlike cats and other nocturnal animals with night vision, chickens can’t see anything in the dark unless artificial lighting. That is because they have fewer rods than we do. Rods are light-sensitive receptors that are responsible for an animal’s night vision. Should chickens have a light on at night? Chickens […]

Chickens do not have teeth, nor do they need them to eat their favorite seeds, grains, insects, and grasses. You may be surprised to learn that baby chicks grow a single horn-like projection called an egg tooth to help them break out of the hatched shell. Why do chickens have teeth? The next stop… teeth! […]

Seramma Bantams have an adept ability to sound out words and use them when they think it is the right time. For example, every morning we get up and say, “Good Morning Sweet Pea” softly and we repeat this with every chicken. Each bird looks at us waiting for their name to be called. Do […]

So, if you have chickens or a chicken, you have probably noticed something that happens quite regularly and quite often. Chickens poop, they poop a lot and they poop everywhere. They poop enough to probably make you wonder how many chickens you have…and whether some have joined the flock without you knowing it! Do chickens […]

A family of four will need 892 pounds of meat for a year, on average, consisting of 232 pounds of beef, 209 pounds of pork, 385 pounds of chicken and 64 pounds of turkey. Average meat consumption for Americans, per capita, in 2019. Data from National Chicken Council, linked below. How much chicken does a […]

A Mixed Breed Flock Mixes Well Raising and keeping a flock of chickens need not be limited to a single breed. Variety is the spice that creates a flavorful vibrant flock. So many chicken breeds, so little time. In fact, there are more than 400 different breeds in existence. Is it OK to mix different […]

Give them several days to settle in and you should find they start laying again. Also, you might find that they start laying as soon as they arrive, and then after a few days stop laying. This is normal. Give them a few days to settle in and they should start laying again. How long […]

Do You Need a Roof on Your Chicken Run? Yes, a chicken run needs a roof to keep your hens inside, and protect them from predators, and the elements. Chickens need an outdoor space to move around in, but it’s vital to enclose this for their safety. Does chicken Run need to be covered? MISTAKE […]

The main concerns about chicken coops are odor, noise and flies. Chicken feces and spilled food may have an odor that could bother humans living too close to them. Is it OK to live near a chicken farm? As mentioned above, anyone who works on or lives near a chicken or turkey farm is at […]

A chicken wipes its beak to shape it. The less abrasive the surface available for beak wiping, the more often birds engage in beak wiping and the less rapidly they are able to peck up dinner. In this context, think of beak wiping as similar to clipping your nails. Why does my chicken wipe its […]

You should never ever use cat litter in the chicken coop. Chickens can peck at it and eat it, causing bad digestion problems, and possibly a painful death. Cat litter also produces enormous amounts of dust, that can cause respiratory problems in your flock. What can I use for chicken litter? By far the most […]

They don’t need taking for walks, but caring for poultry does still take time. Their chicken house and run need to be cleaned daily in order to avoid disease. How often do chickens need tending? Although low-maintenance, chickens do require a small amount of daily care as well as some monthly and semi-annual maintenance. Plan […]

4-6 chickens. Chickens are all about eggs The average number of eggs per chicken is around 270 per year, normally slowing down or stopping in the winter months. So, normally 4-6 chickens should be plenty for a family of four – 3 to 5 per week. How many chicken does a family of 4 need? […]

Chicken coop bedding is material, like sand or straw, that is used on the coop floor to manage chicken waste (i.e., serve as litter to control moisture and odors) and to provide cushion for chickens jumping off of roosts or nesting boxes. What should I put in the bottom of my chicken coop? The Bedding […]

Many poultry farmers advise to build a chicken coop in the direction facing south. This way, the chooks can receive enough sunlight the entire day. Where should you not put a chicken coop? Chickens do not like to be pummeled by rain, so there should be someplace for them to hide when the weather turns. […]

Mix equal parts vinegar and water to create a cleaning solution and mop up the area for an all-natural cleaning. Take a hand brush or thick-bristled broom and scrub the floors and walls to free any remaining droppings, stains, dirt, or debris. Rinse once more. What is the best disinfectant for poultry house? chlorine dioxideApproved […]

Chickens don’t need a coop, but they need a safe place stay the night. They’re happy to roost in trees, but thick shrubs or undergrowth will work well, too. If you let them take the natural route, though, you have to be prepared for the natural result– you will lose some to predators. Does a […]