Whilst chickens are actually more at risk during the summer due to bacteria and illnesses that can be passed around in the heat, winter and its chills do cause some worry for chicken owners. Plus, with British weather being so extreme of late, you might want to think about some ways you can keep your chickens warm, so your birds aren’t b-b-bloody freezing.
Here at Eggshell, we want to make sure that you know the basics of how to look after your chickens. One of those basics is how & when to clean out your coop, this is vital to ensure your chickens have a high quality of life. Continue Reading
Whether you are a poultry farmer or just have a handful of chickens in your garden, everyone must ensure that their chickens are reared in the right coop. Some chicken coops are pre-made while others are bought in parts and assembled by following specific instructions. Either way, it’s important that you give your feathery friends a decent chicken house. The type of coop to select will depend on a number of factors. When these factors are strictly taken into consideration, the chicken will get a perfect place to live in. This reduces the level of stress that the birds could be subjected to. In turn, they’ll be better producers of either eggs or meat (if you are a farmer), depending on your chosen breed. The right chicken coop must: Continue Reading
A lot of farmers are struggling with the question of the best ratio to use for hens to roosters. The main reason for keeping roosters is for purposes of breeding. Others just keep them for the sake of it or to have a full ‘family’ of chickens. Proper integration of roosters into the flock can be quite beneficial to a farmer. The important question of how many roosters to keep for a given flock should be sufficiently explored. You will need to think about the types and size of your chicken coop and run. Here we offer the advice on the number of roosters you should keep per flock and what you need to know about roosters. Continue Reading
Like most animals, whether wild or domesticated, rabbits need to feed on a well -balanced diet. When they feed on the diet, they become healthy and strong and hence, can live their lives fully. Whether you have a cute little rabbit hutch or a nice big run for your rabbits, each of the components of the feed must be given to them at all times in the right quantities in addition to water for drinking. This helps them resist diseases and makes them recover easily if they are hurt or attacked by a disease. Their diet can be changed gradually over a period of time to prevent digestive upsets from occurring. Rabbits should have the following in their diets: Continue Reading
Basic care for chicken during any season involve proper feeding, ensuring that the boxes for nesting are cleaned, among other common daily tasks. However, every season is unique on its own and will require you to deal with different conditions, if you are to keep your chicken healthy. Here, we discuss the common tips that will help you properly take care of your chicken during autumn months. They are useful when dealing with lower temperatures and the changing lengths of days experienced during this season. Continue Reading
Pets love to be outdoors. A happy chicken roams freely around the garden, but are they safe? Even when secured in a coop, this can cause a threat by containing disease in an enclosed area. Unhygienic garden features and poisonous plants are a threat to your beloved pets. From fox resistant chicken coops to spotless fountains, learn how to create a garden that is both clean and safe to put you at ease. Continue Reading
You may not believe me when I say that chickens and border collies can be the best of friends. I am planning to give you some hints and tips to make this a reality. By the end of this article, I believe that you will not only agree but you will be eager to try this out. I know when I first started I was not confident but now I have a flock of chickens who just love hanging out with my border collie.
Building and owning a chicken coop can be a daunting task at first, but it’s not too hard as what you may believe. We’re here to lend a helping hand with these top eight vital things that you should have on your chicken coop checklist.
