Chickens are far removed from ducks and some other birds when it comes to being out in the rain and getting wet. A lot of chickens will seek shelter when it’s raining, and it’s generally better for them if they do as they can get sick if they get too cold. So, it’s up to …
How to Keep Chickens Dry in the Rain: Options & Solutions Read More »
Can chickens drown in the rain? If you’ve heard the old saying that chickens can drown in the rain, don’t worry – it’s not true! The reason this is often said is actually because of a myth surrounding turkeys. It was believed – at some time – that turkeys were so stupid (not my words) …
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. If you’re wondering if you can use Neem oil to kill lice and parasites on your chickens, yes you can. Neem oil is not toxic or harmful to chickens, a lot of owners use it to treat scaly leg mites and other …
Is Neem Oil Toxic to Chickens? A Powerful “Miticide” Read More »
Olive oil is one of my favorite condiments. It has loads of positive health benefits, tastes great (well at least I think so), and has some useful applications too! There are actually a few really useful applications regarding the use of olive oil for chickens, which I want to cover in this article. Here are …
Depending on where you live, there are a number of possible predators that can threaten your chickens and their eggs. But what about skunks? Sure, they smell bad, are a nuisance, but do skunks eat chickens? Will they harm your flock if they can get access to them? Skunks have been known to attack and …
Do Skunks Eat Chickens? (How to Deter These Critters!) Read More »
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. If you’re trying to help out your chickens by creating a dust bath for them, you might be wondering if you can use cat litter for your chicken’s dust bath. The answer is, no. You can’t use kitty litter as a dust …
Why You Can’t Use Cat Litter for A Chicken Dust Bath Read More »
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. Trying to figure out how many waterers per chicken is the right amount to keep your flock hydrated? The answer depends on how much water your waterers hold, what the weather conditions are, and some other smaller factors. Here’s how you can …
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. If you’re raising backyard chickens I’m sure you’ve seen them taking a “bath” by rolling about furiously in a shallow pit of dirt. That’s right, chickens actually get clean by rolling around in the dirt! It’s actually really clever. When a chicken …
Best Sand for Chickens Dust Bath + D.E. & Peat Moss Read More »
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. If you’re looking at options for providing water for your chickens you might be wondering, can chickens drink from rabbit waterers and water bottles? The short answer is, yes. Chickens can drink from a rabbit waterer or water bottle. Lots of backyard …
Can Chickens Drink From Rabbit Waterer or Bottle? (Yes!) Read More »
Looking for ways how to keep chicken water from turning green? Want a solution that keeps your flock’s drinking water fresher for longer? Don’t worry, there are other solutions than changing the water every few hours! In this article, I will explain: Why water turns green How dangerous it is if chickens drink green water …
How to Keep Chicken Water From Turning Green: 3 Ways Read More »
