Molting is a natural process that chickens go through at different times in their lives. A chicken's first molts take place as it grows ...

The uropygial gland, better known as the preen gland or oil gland, is located near the base of the tail. It's normally hidden under feat...

Why do roosters crow? Have you really stopped to think about all that crowing? Why so much? If you feed your chickens meat will they turn in...

Why does a chicken lose feathers? Why are some feathers fluffy and others not? Why do roosters have different feathers than hens? There are ...

Keeping your chickens cool in summer is a must-do. There's nothing we can do to stop the heat, but we can help our chickens beat the hea...

As spring gets warmer and baby chicks get older, people wonder when their baby chicks can get outside time for exercise and to scratch and p...

Chick season is fun, but make sure you're prepared to welcome new chicks to your backyard and keep them healthy. Good baby chick health ...

Owls aren't the biggest threat to chickens, but they can sometimes pose a threat so it's good to know how to keep your flock safe. L...

A backyard flock of chickens can be a wise investment in homegrown eggs, meat and the peace of mind that comes with self-sufficiency. Gettin...

In the language of herbs, the rosemary plant is known for remembrance. And if you’ve ever smelled the fresh piney scent of rosemary, it’s n...

Chicken feathers. They’re what people notice most when they see a chicken. The colors. The patterns. There’s no denying it, chicken feathers...

Feeding chickens scraps from the kitchen is a great way to give them healthy treats and make sure your leftovers don’t go to waste. Next tim...

If you've got a backyard flock with roosters and hens, what do your roosters eat? This may seem like an odd question since many backyard...

The best bedding for chickens keeps them comfortable, helps you keep your chicken coop clean and contributes to a flock's overall healt...

I always  hand-raised day-old chicks and felt it was a wonderful experience. I loved the smell of the clean chips in the brooder, watching ...

Feeding your flock a nutritious and varied diet should include prebiotics and probiotics for chickens. Many commercial feed rations contain ...

We worry about wild animals killing our chickens, but what about dogs and cats? Do dogs and cats kill chickens? Simply put, yes. But there...

As you shop poultry catalogs or look at adorable baby chicken in the farm store, you'll notice some chickens labeled as bantam and other...

No matter where you live, even the suburbs, you've most likely got some resident owls around your house and backyard. This field guide s...

Whether you're a new or a veteran backyard chicken keeper, it’s natural to wonder just what to feed chickens. When you get your first ch...