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How to Banish Chicken Mites Forever

How to Banish Chicken Mites Forever

Chicken mites are pesky creatures that can wreak havoc on your flock. These tiny parasites are about the size of a grain of salt and feed on the blood of chickens. 


How to Tell if Your Chickens Aren't Feeling Well?

How to Tell if Your Chickens Aren't Feeling Well?

Chickens are tough animals. They can usually withstand a lot of abuse and still come out healthy on the other side. 


How Do Chickens Mate? Do You Need A Rooster for your hens to lay eggs?

How Do Chickens Mate? Do You Need A Rooster for your hens to lay eggs?

Chickens are interesting creatures and many chicken owners often wonder how these creatures mate.

 If you are thinking of getting chickens or already have a flock, you may be wondering do you need a rooster for your hens to lay eggs? 


Keeping Chickens For Beginners

Keeping Chickens For Beginners

Have you ever considered keeping chickens? 

Chickens are low-maintenance, entertaining animals that can provide you with fresh eggs. But before you run out and buy a flock of chickens, there are some things you need to know about keeping these feathered friends. 


3 Easy Ways to Prevent Poultry Lice and Mites

3 Easy Ways to Prevent Poultry Lice and Mites

These pests are small, wingless insects that feed on the blood of your birds. While they are not dangerous to humans, they can cause your chickens a great deal of discomfort and can even lead to death if left unchecked.