Expert tips and tricks for backyard chicken keeping
When spring is in full swing, you’ll likely notice your hens becoming more active. Egg production picks up, their appetites are strong, and the sunshine is plentiful. But as the season progresses, you might find that one or more of your hens has decided it’s time to...
Chick Raising Guide So, you've picked up some baby chicks. What’s next? Like any baby, chicks sleep a lot, so make sure they have access to clean food and water, but don’t expect much action during this time. At this age, it’s common for chicks to develop "pasty...
If your chickens are eating their own eggs, you need to break this habit as soon as possible. The longer they do it, the harder it becomes to fix. Especially if they teach their friends to do it too! Egg-eating is one of the most annoying and frustrating habits...
If your hens are making unexpected escapes from their pen, wing clipping can be an effective and humane solution to keep them safe. This is particularly important in urban backyards, where wandering chickens might encounter busy roads or neighbourhood pets. Why Clip...
Did you know, a pair of rats can produce up to 2,000 descendants per year? This means a couple of rats around your chicken coop can quickly lead to a rat infestation if it goes unchecked. They are known to be carriers of diseases such as fleas, mites, plague, and...
Signs you may have a snake around: You find regurgitated eggshells or snakeskin.There’s a dead chicken with a wet head. This is a sign that a snake tried eating the chicken but couldn’t swallow it.Chicks or chickens missing Snakes come into the coop for only three...
Unfortunately, there are many chicken predators in Australia. Here's how to best fox proof your chicken coop. The European fox was introduced into Australia in the early 1870’s for the purpose of fox hunting. Not surprisingly, the fox population exploded since that...
How to Stop Flies in the Chicken CoopIf you have chickens, chances are you’ll also deal with flies at some point, especially during warmer weather. While flies are certainly annoying, they’re usually a sign of moisture, manure, or food scraps building up around the...
It is so important to keep a clean coop and we have some fabulous ready-made cleaning options available. However, if you want a completely natural homemade or DIY cleaner we can also help. Waterer and Feeder Cleaner White vinegar, baking soda, and sunlight can all do...