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Hens make a lot of sounds, but most of them are quiet and gentle. The only time they get really loud are when they have laid an egg. It’s not known why many hens ‘shout about it’ after laying – but this is the ‘classic’ chicken sound someone makes when they want to impersonate a […]

Basic needs of chickens Food: as a minimum a quality layer or scratch mix; ideally also regular access to grass, vegetables, food scraps and insects through free-ranging. Protection from weather: provide shelter from cold winds, rain, prolonged dampness and heat. What are the basic needs of a chicken? Necessities. In addition to a safe coop […]

It is crucial that your hens stay in their coop at night. Despite what you might think, there are almost always predators around, even in urban areas. So keep your flock safe and secure. Should I lock chickens in coop at night? Regardless of whether your chickens free range or spend their days in an […]

The cons of raising chickens Construction or purchase of coop, run, and fencing This requires time, thought, and money. Smelly Droppings Chickens poop often and indiscriminately. Noise Both hens and roosters are noisy, and if that doesn’t bother you, it might bother your neighbors. What are the negatives to having chickens? 7 Downsides to Raising […]

Chickens will need a house, or coop, and an enclosed run. As a general rule the chicken coop, or chicken house, needs to be at least 2 or 3 square foot per chicken. So ideally, six ‘normal-sized’ chickens would need a coop at least 18 square feet. Is it hard to have a pet chicken? […]

Things to Consider Before Getting Chickens It has to hold a feeder and water containers, a roosting area, and a nest box for every three hens. A proper coop should be large enough that you can stand in it to gather eggs and shovel manure comfortably, but a simple henhouse can be quite a bit […]

Semi-Yearly Chicken Care Tasks Deep clean and sanitize the coop: Once or twice a year, remove everything from the coop and wash down all surfaces with 1 part bleach to 10 parts water. Prepare for the winter: To take care of chickens in the winter, make sure your hens are ready for cold winter weather. […]

roost. Where do chickens sleep? Most chickens prefer to sleep on a roost rather than on the floor or in a nesting box. And trying to do the right thing, many backyard chicken keepers provide roosts in the form of broom handles or round bars. Do chickens like to sleep on the ground? Second, make […]

Our rule is to let them out in the cool of the morning in the summer, by 9 am in the winter. For summer, that leaves them foraging time to eat and wander about for food, lay eggs, before the heat of the day drives them into the shade for the afternoon. What time in […]

It is generally advised that you shut your chickens in their coop at night. This way, you are increasing your chances of protecting your flock from predators, which can be numerous at this time. Although, it does of course depend on your set up and how predator-safe your property is. Should I close my chickens […]

There are five main ways to make a chicken coop smell better: Circulate the air in the coop. Remove excess water and moisture. Clean at regular intervals. Put fresh herbs in nesting and sleeping areas. Use an enzymatic treatment. How do I make my chicken coop not stink? Keep Your Chicken Coop Smelling Fresh with […]

Generally, most wild chicken breeds can enjoy lifespans between three and seven years, and sometimes longer. Despite the challenges of living in the wild, including the risk of predators, these animals have longer lifespans than most chickens throughout the world. How long does a chicken live for naturally? between 3 and 7 yearsHow Long Do […]

The answer is to use it as a soil amendment or fertilizer. However, raw chicken manure can burn and damage plants. It should be composted or aged prior to use. In addition, raw manure can contain pathogens that can harm people and animals. What can you make with chicken poop? Although chicken manure is too […]

If chickens are free to roam and poop in your backyard, the only way to keep it under control is regular poop scooping and hosing. Scooped up poop can be thrown into the compost or onto areas of the garden such as your fruit trees. Hosing will also help the chicken poop decompose more quickly. […]

Mix equal parts of vinegar and water to create a cleaning solution and mop up your coop for an all-natural cleaning. Use this cleaning solution on your chicken feeders and drinkers, then put them under the sun to dry completely. How often does a chicken coop need to be cleaned? As far as how often […]

Chickens don’t attract roaches, but their coops can. It depends on several factors. First of all, cleaning your coop regularly will help to prevent roaches from moving in. Roaches are drawn to the scraps, the chicken feed, and the dirty bedding. What naturally attracts roaches? Any standing water in places like bird baths, flower pots, […]

What Time Do You Let Chickens Out In The Morning? You should let your chickens out of their coop at sunrise, or shortly thereafter. This can range from 4-7 am, depending on the season and your location. What time do chickens wake up in the morning? Sometime between 2:30am and 5:30am: The chickens wake up. […]

Chickens love scratching up dirt, dust bathing in it, and gobbling up grass, weed seeds, and insects, worms, and other invertebrates they find while scratching. When confined to a small outdoor run even a few chickens will soon devour every bit of grass and convert it to bare dirt. What is the best ground cover […]

They will sample all of the plants and eat the really delicious ones. Chickens will also scratch mulch just as far as they can and leave dust bath craters in the flower beds. If you want to keep chickens and have a nice garden then you are going to have to put up a fence […]

Can a Chicken Live with Wry NeckWry NeckTorticollis, also known as wry neck, is a dystonic condition defined by an abnormal, asymmetrical head or neck position, which may be due to a variety of causes. The term torticollis is derived from the Latin words tortus for twisted and collum for neck. Torticollis.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › […]