What Chickens Lay White Eggs?
When it comes to backyard poultry, one of the most common questions new chicken owners ask is about the color of the eggs their hens will...
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Annie
Oct 84 min read
How to Treat Mites on Chickens
Today, we’re talking about the not-so-fun side of chicken keeping...mites! Yuck! I think mites and lice are every backyard chicken...
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Oct 12 min read
All About the Cinnamon Queen Chicken
Picture Credit: Hoover’s Hatchery The Cinnamon Queen chicken breed is a popular choice among backyard chicken keepers. Known for their...
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Annie
Aug 213 min read
How Far Can a Chicken Fly?
I’ve been raising chickens for nearly twenty years, and a question I often hear is, “How far can chickens actually fly?” Since chickens...
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Annie
Aug 144 min read
All About the Silver Laced Polish Chicken
Polish chickens are one of my all-time favorite breeds. They are quirky, hilarious and such fun chickens to watch! I’ve had a few...
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Strong Animals Team
Aug 25 min read
Chicken Lice 101: What You Need to Know
Chicken lice may not be the most glamorous topic, but they’re a critical concern for chicken owners everywhere. These pesky pests are...
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Annie
Jul 233 min read
Can Chickens Eat Eggshells?
Chickens are known for their quirky eating habits and foraging for interesting snacks right in your backyard. If you’re new to raising...
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Jul 103 min read
Can Turkeys and Chickens Live Together? Here's What You Need to Know
Photo Credit: Cackle Hatchery I remember when our kids begged us to add a couple of turkeys to our flock. While the idea sounded fun, we...
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Annie
Apr 303 min read
Feeding Flaxseed to Chickens
We all want to ensure our backyard flocks are as healthy as possible. Many of us get into raising chickens primarily for fresh,...
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Annie
Apr 233 min read
The Scoop on Apple Cider Vinegar for Chickens
In the world of backyard chicken care, apple cider vinegar (ACV) has become the latest craze. Many owners tout its health benefits,...
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Annie
Apr 93 min read
What Fruits Can Chickens Eat?
Chickens are actually very smart! The whole idea of “bird brains” doesn’t really apply to these wonderful birds. Chickens can recognize...
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Annie
Apr 43 min read
All About the Sapphire Gem Chicken
Photo Courtesy of Hoover’s Hatchery It’s time for another breed spotlight! I love doing these because I learn so much about the different...
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Annie
Feb 83 min read
How Do Roosters Fertilize Eggs?
It’s no secret I love talking to people about all things chickens. I get so many great questions from people who are genuinely interested...
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Annie
Jan 163 min read
How Do Chickens Sleep?
Chickens are some of the most fascinating birds to watch. Their beautiful plumage, quirky personalities and pecking order are intriguing....
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Annie
Jan 153 min read
Take a Tour of Hoover’s Hatchery
If you’re a backyard chicken keeper, there is nothing quite like hearing the cute little peeps when you walk into your farm supply store...
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Annie
Nov 8, 20232 min read
Why is My Hen Crowing Like a Rooster?
It was a cool late summer morning, and I was enjoying my first cup of coffee on our deck. The sun was just starting to warm things up...
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Annie
Oct 31, 20232 min read
All About the Rhode Island Red Chicken
Photo Credit: Hoover’s Hatchery We’ve all read the story of the “Little Red Hen”. I have always loved this story. The moral of the story...
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Annie
Oct 11, 20232 min read
Lifespan of a Chicken
Chickens are absolutely incredible birds. They’re smart (well most of them anyway), sweet and have been an incredible addition to our...
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Sep 6, 20234 min read
Fowl Pox in Chickens: How to Prevent it
Most of the time, I look forward to writing these blogs because we get to talk about the wonderful ways backyard chickens can add to our...
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Annie
Aug 17, 20232 min read
All About the Black Copper Marans Breed
Are you looking for a docile, friendly, and gorgeous chicken to add to your flock? Look no further than the Black Copper Marans. This...
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