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Posted on October 30, 2019 by Gail Damerow — 2 Comments

7 Reasons Why Chickens Stop Going Into Their Coop at Night

Chickens Outside Coop

…on the coop floor, and especially nibbling on the toes of sleeping chickens, will disturb the chickens’ sleep, discouraging them from roosting inside. Rats are attracted by feed in troughs…

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Category: Raising Chickens
Tags: Calling Chickens into Coop, Chicken Coops, Chicken Pecking Order, Chicken Predators, Roosting
Posted on August 30, 2022August 29, 2022 by Gail Damerow — Leave a comment

What Causes Diarrhea in Chickens?

Cecal Droppings

…chickens: Bacteria causes omphalitis in chicks, colibacilosis in young birds, paratyphoid in mature chickens, and tuberculosis in aging chickens. All chickens are susceptible to infectious coryza and staphylococcosis. Viruses cause…

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Category: Chicken Care
Tags: diarrhea, diarrhea in chickens, What Causes Diarrhea in Chickens?
Posted on August 24, 2023September 28, 2023 by Gail Damerow — Leave a comment

Shredder Gene in Lavender Chickens

blue orp shredder

…you would need to cross black with splash. And, unlike lavender chickens, blue chickens are not all the same shade of blue. Shredder Gene Lavender chickens were created from black…

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Category: Chicken Care
Tags: lavender chickens, shredder gene, Shredder Gene in Lavender Chickens
Posted on November 13, 2017 by Gail Damerow — 1 Comment

Is It Better to Feed and Water Chickens Inside or Outdoors?

Is It Better to Feed and Water Chickens Inside or Outdoors?

…range chickens produce more nutritious eggs. Outdoor feeders also free up more space inside the coop for the chickens themselves, which can be an important issue for a family flock…

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Categories: Backyard Flocks, Chicken Care
Tags: Backyard Flocks, Coop Layouts, Feeders, Waterers
Posted on August 9, 2016 by Gail Damerow — 1 Comment

Four Kitchen Scraps Not to Feed Your Chickens

Four Kitchen Scraps Not to Feed Your Chickens

…poisoning. A typical indication of botulism poisoning is finding healthy chickens, sick chickens, and dead chickens all at the same time. Botulism in poultry is easily avoided through careful sanitation…

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Category: Chicken Care
Tags: Antinutrients, Botulism, Food Poisoning, Natural Fungicides
Posted on February 3, 2023 by Gail Damerow — 1 Comment

Do Chickens Really Need a Dust Bath?

chickens taking a dust bath

…and DE, only chickens that actually dust bathe benefit from the anti-parasitic effects. Will Chickens Use It? Most chickens so instinctively dust bathe that even baby chicks in a brooder…

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Category: Chicken Care
Tags: Do Chickens Really Need a Dust Bath?, dust bath
Posted on July 12, 2022August 29, 2022 by Gail Damerow — Leave a comment

The Best Number of Chickens for Your Flock

flock of chickens outside

The best number of chickens for your backyard flock relates to both your goal in having chickens and the type of environment you can provide. Here are four ways to…

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Category: Backyard Flocks
Tags: flock, flock of chickens, The Best Number of Chickens for Your Flock
Posted on June 11, 2018 by Gail Damerow — Leave a comment

Keeping Chickens in the Garden — Good Idea, or Not?

Keeping Chickens in the Garden — Good Idea, or Not?

Keeping chickens in the garden may be picturesque, but chickens can do a lot of damage in a surprisingly short time, especially to freshly planted seeds or tender sprouts. A…

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Categories: Backyard Flocks, Chicken Care
Tags: Chicken Tractors, Fencing, Garden Debris, Protecting Your Plants, Seasonal Maintenance
Posted on October 16, 2019 by Gail Damerow — 2 Comments

How to Train Chickens to Go into Their Coop at Night

Chicken Pop Hole Door

Chickens that spend nights within an enclosed coop will be protected from predators that prowl after dark. Chickens naturally want to “come home to roost,” although they may need to…

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Category: Chicken Care
Tags: Calling Chickens into Coop, Chicken Coops, Tips for Chicken Owners, Training Chickens
Posted on October 9, 2019 by Gail Damerow — Leave a comment

How to Train Your Chickens to Come When You Call

Offer Chickens Treats to Come When Called

…the same calling sound, and don’t make that sound at any time other than when you deliberately want to call your chickens.   Since eating is one of a chicken’s…

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Category: Raising Chickens
Tags: Calling Chickens into Coop, Raising Chickens, Tips for Chicken Owners, Training Chickens

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