Just like we have cover for our beds, mulch is used for covering the soil. It is used in gardens and also in chicken coops. Made from leftover materials like plastic, sawdust, compost, etc., it serves as a shield over the soil. Red mulch is safe for chickens, but not always. It depends on what … Read more
You may be surprised to learn that hens do not actually protect their eggs. That isn’t entirely correct. Hens, like all living beings, take great care when it comes to expanding their flock and breeding lovely little chickens. Hens come in a variety of species, each with its own set of traits when it comes … Read more
Chickens are gentle, intelligent birds who require a lot of care and patience to keep. Unkempt coops, unventilated and congested houses, and unhygienic settings can easily cause stress and illness in chickens. These birds can also be aggressive – chickens fight and peck each other all the time, so injury is a common problem. If … Read more
Chicken noises can mean a lot of different things. Did you know that these intelligent, little poultry animals are capable of making 24 different sounds? While there are other purposes behind the sounds, if you have a chicken making wheezing or cough-like noises, it is most likely sick. If your chicken sounds like it has … Read more
Birds are intelligent beings that make great pets and are relatively easy to train. They may not be like your average cat or dog, but with a little time and patience, you will be able to bond more deeply with your pet. Since they mostly spend their time in cages, some birds may find it … Read more
Parakeets are species of bird that are often found as pets. They can be quite inexpensive as well as easy to take care of. Parakeets can live anywhere from three to fifteen years, which is a very long time for a pet bird. These birds are more than just pets; they can become your best … Read more
Ever wondered how chickens are able to spot the tiniest bread crumb in the midst of sand as well as other edible interesting things they find? This is because chickens have excellent vision during the day. It’s also one of the reasons their owners tend to feed them during the day. They are more active … Read more
If your chickens are not sleeping at night, it is an indication that something is wrong! If there’s one thing chickens are known for, it definitely is sleeping at night. They are not night animals, and neither is it normal for your chicken to be up at night- I mean, the can barely see a … Read more
Roosters are well-known for crowing at sunrise, waking everyone in their region. But it isn’t the only reason they crow. Crowing is a rooster’s habit that they engage in for no apparent reason. Many moderate scenarios have evolved as a result of all the observations throughout the years, making the crowing evident. When a rooster … Read more
Identifying which of two small chicks is the hen and which is the rooster is one of the most popular misconceptions about having two small chicks. While determining which is which takes time, you must first understand the differences. When they’re older, it’s easy to tell the difference between a hen and a rooster, but … Read more