Every chicken keeper wants to see a flock of healthy and happy birds fluttering joyously around the chicken run. However, just like other pets and livestock, chickens are prone to diseases and injuries. They, therefore, require special attention and care besides regular feeding. Regular health checks will help you identify signs of sickness and take …
Chickens normally spread their wings to flip around and jump but not for flying. In fact, the longest distance a chickens can fly is around 300 feet for no more than 13 seconds. If you keep a temperamental flighty breed of chicken, it is important to take measures to ensure that the chickens does not …
If you have done all your daily tasks as expected you will not have much to do at the end of the week. Here are a few tasks to do at the end of the week:
Should You Give Chickens Corn Treats? Chickens love corn, especially when it’s scattered on the ground as a treat. They will normally flock around you at the sound of corn grains on your palm. However, keep in mind that corn is rich in fat and should only be fed to chickens as a treat because …
If you want your chickens to be healthy and provide you with a constant supply of eggs and meat, make sure that they have enough food and water throughout the day. How Many Times Should You Feed Your Chickens Every Day? Chickens don’t have specific eating times. They eat all the time and should ideally …
Like other living creatures, your chickens also need a balanced diet that is rich in proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. They need plenty of protein for growth and egg production. A hen that lacks proteins in her meals will soon stop laying as many eggs as she used to lay when she was well fed. …
As previously mentioned, you will need to dedicate around 15 to 20 minutes of your time every morning to do your daily chicken care tasks. There’s so much you can accomplish within this time to ensure that your chickens remain healthy and happy throughout the day. Some of the key tasks you need to do …
Compared to other forms of livestock, chickens happened to be the easiest and lowest maintenance livestock that you can keep. Chickens care is fairly simple if you are committed to easy daily tasks. Unlike dogs, they don’t need to be taken out for walks and will always look after themselves quite efficiently. Many breeds will …
