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Nutritional Needs of Mixed Flocks with Baby Birds
I’m sure we have all wondered if a flock feed is the right choice for our birds. Or, maybe you went to your local feed

How Do Chickens Digest Whole Grains?
Chick season is in full swing and my new group of babies is starting strong on our brand new Chickhouse Reserve™. Chickhouse Reserve™ is a

The Complete Guide To Building A Chicken Coop
Building a chicken coop is about as straightforward and as complicated as any other carpentry project, with the added concern that this structure is intended

The Differences Between Medicated vs. Non-Medicated Chick Feed
You have committed! You’re going to become a first-time chicken keeper or expand your current flock. You set up your brooder and you’re ready to

Mixed Flock 101: Can You Raise Ducks & Chickens Together?
Haven’t we all been tempted? You have done your research. You know what types of chicks that you are going to get. You go to

Things to Consider Before Purchasing Baby Chicks
The season is upon us. While my gardening friends are all flipping through their seed catalogs, I am studying hatchery websites and excitedly waiting to

How Old Do Chickens Have to Be to Lay Eggs?
If you invested in some baby chicks this past fall, you may be wondering where that first egg is. Finding the first egg from a

How To Feed Your Baby Chicks
Peep, peep. Spring always brings a much-needed feeling of renewal and growth. Whether you are starting a new flock or hoping to add some youth

Winter Boredom Busters
Winter can often be the most difficult season for backyard poultry owners. The mud and the manure can quickly turn your happy little run into