Author: Marilyn Medina

15 chickens. Cottage Style 4×6 Chicken Coop (up to 15 chickens) How many chickens fit in a 4×6? Cottage Style 4×6 Chicken Coop (up to 15 chickens) What size coop do I need for 4 chickens? So for 4 chickens that free range, you only need a coop/run area that measures about: 4 by 4 […]

Ammonia is created when the nitrogen in poultry manure is broken down by bacteria. It impacts poultry bedding, litter and the overall air quality in chicken houses. The concentration of ammonia in poultry housing is exacerbated by environmental conditions, such as high temperatures and moisture. How much ammonia is in chicken poop? Nitrogen is a […]

As long as your chickens have access to fresh, clean drinking water throughout the day, they’ll be tremendously content to spend their nights sleeping rather than slaking their thirst. You may want to keep your chicken waterer inside the coop for hygiene reasons, but it’s not essential. Do chicken drink water at night? Food and […]

Washing chicken, even with a slow stream of water, can cause dangerous germs to splash from the raw meat onto other surfaces. These germs can then get onto other foods, like lettuce, that will not be cooked to kill germs before eating. Is it safe to eat unwashed chicken? Chicken can be a nutritious choice, […]

So, how many times per day should I feed my chickens? Ideally, chickens should be fed continuously throughout the day, but at the very least once per day. Each adult chicken requires about 0.25lb (120 grams) of balanced and nutrient-rich poultry feed per day. How often do chickens need to be fed? How Often to […]

Chickens generally take themselves to bed when it gets dark, which will differ by the season. Once in the coop, these birds will perch on the roost and cluck away for a little while before they settle down to sleep. They’ll rise again at dawn when the sun comes up. Do chickens go to bed […]

Chickens should consume between 3 and 5 grams of whole bread. Your birds shouldn’t eat more than two grams of stale bread to keep them from experiencing digestion problems in the long run. Can you feed chickens too much bread? Bread contains yeast and sugar that can ferment in the crop, elevating the PH levels […]

Yes, chickens can drink sugar water. This is a common drink given to newborn chicks and unwell adult chickens, as an easy source of glucose, carbs, and calories, as well as motivation for the chicks/chickens to stay hydrated. Will sugar harm chickens? Chickens Shouldn’t Eat Anything that is Too Salty/Sweet/Fried. Self-explanatory, if its not good […]

Chickens will eat as much food as they need to keep themselves healthy. Some breeds may be able to barely subsist in good weather by free ranging (although this is unlikely, as chickens are domesticated animals, not wild animals), but most will simply starve if you don’t provide them enough feed. Can chickens survive completely […]

So long as your vegetables and fruits are protected (see tips below) you can free range chickens in your backyard. There are numerous benefits to allowing them to roam such as: Weed Control. Bug Control. Can I let my chickens out in the garden? Chickens Will Destroy Your Garden If your chickens have access to […]

Stepping in it – Your chickens will poop where ever they please. Keep this in mind when making your choices. The more space you have for them to roam the less messy your yard will be. However, even with my 5 acre farm I still step in chicken poo fairly regularly. What are the disadvantages […]

Where do Chickens Sleep? Chickens like sleeping on roost perches instead of sleeping in nesting boxes or on the floor. These birds like sleeping on roosting perches since they feel safe from threats, including predators. Where does a chicken sleep at night? Although we tend to picture birds roosting on branches in the trees, most […]

Backyard chickens that people keep for eggs and as pets may also offer humans other, less savory bounty – bacteria that can cause diarrhea, cramping, abdominal pain and potentially fatal infections, a Finnish study suggests. Can chickens give you diarrhea? Even if they look healthy and clean, poultry can still spread the bacteria to people. […]

Any individual cleaning a chicken coop must wear a mask for the sake of their own safety and health. The best options are a respirator mask or N95 dust mask to prevent the cleaner from inhaling hazardous fumes and particles that could cause various, potentially life-threatening, diseases. How warm does a chicken coop need to […]

5 Tips on how to stop hens from crowing Isolate the chicken to reduce its dominance among the flock. Isolating the chicken is also deemed to be an excellent solution to break down the order pecking. Introduce a rooster. Make use of the no-crow collar. Introduce new hens. Providing a clean and decent living condition. […]

Hen body weight is the key to increased egg size. Bigger hens produce larger eggs than smaller hens and bigger breeders produce larger eggs than smaller breeders. For modern White Leghorns, rearing pullets that weigh at least 1.35 kg (3.0 lbs.) at the start of egg production will increase both hen weight and egg size. […]

However, most bantams and many of the lighter breeds of chicken can fly well enough to clear a gate and escape from their run into your garden, onto the road or wherever you least want them to be. Many of these escapees end up prey to foxes. To stop poultry flying is very easy: 1. […]

The good news is that keeping free-range chickens is possible even without heavy fencing and predator-proofing. Is it OK for chickens to free range all day? Free-Ranging A completely fenced-in yard allows chickens to free-range during part or all of the day, which has definite advantages and disadvantages. Pros: Birds will gain health benefits of […]

When chickens are allowed to roam in a large space they will generally stay within view of their coop. This is so that they can quickly retreat to safety if faced with danger such as a predator. Chickens will usually come closer to the coop as the light starts to drop in preparation for roosting. […]

Asil. While many of the chickens on this list are raised primarily as cockfighters, the Asil takes the title as the most combative chicken on the planet. What is the most aggressive rooster? Which Rooster Breeds Are The Most Aggressive? Malay: This breed is well known for their aggression. Asil: Another well known asian breed […]