Keeping Your Hens Healthy

Can I Keep Chickens If I Already Have A Dog

You certainly can. A lot however depends on what type and breed of dog you have and the nature of your dog. Our advice here is to act with caution especially if your chickens are going to free range for any part of the day. Dogs that are ‘hunter’ bred or are naturally aggressive are [...]

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Will My Cats Hurt Our Chickens?

Again, as with dogs and other pets, you need to err on the side of caution. I certainly wouldn’t let my cat around any chicks but adult hens will normally take care of themselves. A lot will depend on the age and nature of your cat and a slow carefull introduction is suggested. And if [...]

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Will A Chicken Eat Another Chicken

Not normally. It has happened that an overly aggressive Rooster might attack and peck a chick to death and even feed on the poor mite but this is very much the exception. Chickens will peck at one another and if they spot blood or anything resembling this on another chickens body they will peck at [...]

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My Chicken Is Sneezing – What Should I Do?

As with humans, chickens do sneeze –normally to clear the nasal passage. If it is a regular thing then it could also signal a temporary cold. Hens can suffer from colds during the wet and cold months, its not uncommon. Using Citricidal drops and Apple Cider Vinegar, added to their water, can be helpfull in [...]

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My Hens Are Eating Their Eggs. What Can I Do To Stop Them?

First of all this is a fairly common problem. The habit most often starts when an egg breaks accidentally and the chickens start pecking at the broken egg. It is necessary to stop the habit early, because if this goes on too long it will be nearly impossible to break. It could have started with [...]

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Why Are My Chickens Feathers Falling Out

If your chickens feathers are failing out that more than likely they are moulting and you have nothing really to worry about. Moulting is a natural process that usually occurs as we head towards Autumn and Winter. It’s not uncommon however for it to happen at any time during the year. Typically it’s triggered by [...]

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My Chicken Has Stopped Laying. – Why?

Your bird is most likely fine. It is very common for hens of any breed to take a break from laying. If your hen is just not laying but acting like normal then she is fine and taking a break. Healthy birds have shinny feathers, and bright eyes. They will fight over food and come [...]

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My Chicken Keeps Falling Over – Please Help!

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Keeping Chickens Warm In Winter

When it comes to the colder weather you need to make a few basic checks of your coop to make sure your poultry are being kept in dry draught free conditions. Make sure ventilation is above head height and that there are no draughts coming through the coop. The waterproofing needs to be checked and [...]

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