Latest Trends in Chicken KeepingBy Lisa Steele, Blue Seal Brand Ambassador The excitement around backyard chicken keeping doesn’t appear to be abating any time soon. Certainly not if you take a look at the vast number of “chicken centric” blogs, social media accounts and the like. Consider the million followers of Fresh Eggs Daily each month on Facebook, Instagram, … Latest Trends in Chicken Keeping Read More »
Feed ‘Em Right From the Start: What and When to Feed Your ChicksBy Lisa Steele, Blue Seal Brand Ambassador Baby chicks are much like our own babies. They don’t really stick to a regular schedule and instead eat when they’re hungry, sleep when they’re tired and play and poop in between. Feed and clean water should be available 24/7 for chicks until they are about eight weeks … Feed ‘Em Right From the Start: What and When to Feed Your Chicks Read More »
Keeping Your Chicks Healthy: Be Aware of These Common Health IssuesChicks purchased from a reputable feed store or hatchery likely won’t face major health issues, but there are still some things that can go wrong. It’s always good to at least be aware of these common chick health concerns.
Coop, Sweet Coop: How to Set Up a Home for Your ChickensChicken coops come in all shapes and sizes. No design is perfect, but all good chicken coops do share some common characteristics. You can buy a prebuilt coop or a coop kit that you put together yourself. You can also build from scratch, or you can even convert a garden shed or other outbuilding into a perfectly serviceable coop.
Oh, Happy (Chick) Days! Everything You Need to Know to Pick the Best ChicksBy Lisa Steele, Blue Seal Brand Ambassador Each spring, our thoughts turn to baby chicks. Whether we are expanding our existing flock or just starting out with chickens for the first time, getting a few chicks is the best way to add flock members. On the other hand, adding pullets or grown hens can bring … Oh, Happy (Chick) Days! Everything You Need to Know to Pick the Best Chicks Read More »
Why are my chickens losing feathers?As the leaves start to fall from the trees, so do the feathers from your chickens. The cold weather triggers the chickens “molt” where they shed their old feathers and gain new, glossy feathers.
Raising Chickens: Basics for BeginnersWhether you want a small flock of chickens to produce fresh eggs or supply your family with meat, there are a few things you’ll need to know. This post is meant to provide the basics to get through the first three to four weeks of raising chickens and avoiding beginner’s mistakes.
Formulated for a Lifetime of Health and ProductionRaising poultry at home is a rewarding activity the entire family can enjoy.
Bringing Home New ChicksIf you’re prepared, tending young chicks isn’t difficult and need not be lavish.
