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What Are The Most Common Breeds Of Chickens And Their Uses?
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What Are The Most Common Breeds Of Chickens And Their Uses?

There are hundreds of chicken breeds to choose from when you are wanting to start a flock, but some are, by far, more popular or commonly seen than others. Every chicken has its own unique purpose and reasons for why people prefer some breeds over others. But what is the most common breed of chicken?…

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What Usually Kills Chickens? (The 8 Most Common Reasons)
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What Usually Kills Chickens? (The 8 Most Common Reasons)

Staying on a farm is a lot of fun, and we love having animals of all shapes and sizes strutting around. We had an unusual few weeks a year back where some of our chickens either went missing or mysteriously died. When raising chickens, you need to know all about their health, shelter, what to…

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What Is Better For Chickens? Pellets Or Crumbles?
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What Is Better For Chickens? Pellets Or Crumbles?

When it comes to feeding chickens, there are two different kinds of feed you will find available: pellets and crumbles. Chickens will eat either one of them and they have very similar ingredients. Whether you are new to raising chooks or you are just interested in learning what’s what, there are a few similarities and…

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What To Do With An Old Hen Who Has Stopped Laying Eggs
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What To Do With An Old Hen Who Has Stopped Laying Eggs

Raising chickens does eventually come with deciding what to do with a hen who has stopped laying eggs. There are several options, and your choice may depend on your situation. Farmers are not always as inclined to keep non-laying hens around. But those of us that just have hens for fun and egg production may…

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Is It Cheaper To Have Chickens Or Buy Eggs? (Cost comparison)
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Is It Cheaper To Have Chickens Or Buy Eggs? (Cost comparison)

Raising backyard chickens is rewarding thanks to their aid in personal sustainability, but whether or not you are saving money is debatable. There are many factors that go into raising chickens, from the first step that you take in choosing eggs vs live chicks to how big you will need your coop to be. But…

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7 Tips To Keep Your Chicken’s Water Clean
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7 Tips To Keep Your Chicken’s Water Clean

Chickens are not known for being clean creatures at all. They will just walk and poop into and on everything that they can, even if it’s their food or their water or wherever they sleep. They just don’t care. Trying to keep their living area clean can be a hassle but it’s a super vital…

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Is Mixing Chicken Breeds Bad? (Pros & cons)
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Is Mixing Chicken Breeds Bad? (Pros & cons)

Raising chickens is always an exciting adventure, and having a flock of feathered friends that have different looks and personalities can mean even more entertainment, as well as a variety of egg colors and sizes. So, if you’re wondering, is it bad to mix different chicken breeds in your flock? You’ve come to the right…

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How Often Should You Clean Out A Chicken Coop?
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How Often Should You Clean Out A Chicken Coop?

Cleaning the chicken coop is a yucky job but a necessary one, as it can harbor some nasty smells and bacteria, like ammonia and salmonella, over time. When dust, dirt, cobwebs and chicken feces start to add up in the coop and its bedding, that’s when you will start to have issues, which can affect…

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How Many Times A Day Should I Feed My Chickens?
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How Many Times A Day Should I Feed My Chickens?

Feeding chickens doesn’t need to be complicated. However, it is very important for your egg quality and quantity. One adult hen can eat around a ¼ lb of nutrient-rich poultry feed every day, and surely they could eat more if you provided it! When you feed your chickens well, you will be rewarded handsomely with…

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Should I Keep Water In My Chicken Coop?
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Should I Keep Water In My Chicken Coop?

Most traditionalist chicken raisers will tell you that the coop is exclusively for laying eggs and sleeping. Nothing else. Especially not food or water. Some folks have argued and debated with those traditionalists about whether or not you should keep food and water in a chicken coop, but the honest answer is really based on…

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