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Roosters and chickens in grass during rain
Chickens for Backyards

How to Support Your Chickens Through Rainy Season

Spring ushers in warmer temperatures, but it also brings its share of rainy days. For backyard chicken owners, this means taking extra precautions to ensure your flock remains healthy and happy despite the wet weather. Here are few tips to help you support your chickens through the rainy season effectively: Ensure Proper Coop Drainage Good… Read more »

brown chicken on the farm in winter. In winter, two brown hens walk around the farm.
Chickens for Backyards

How Backyard Chicken Behavior Will Change in the Cold Weather Months

With the seasons in transition and the colder weather setting in, you have likely noticed some changes in your backyard chickens’ behavior. These are natural adaptations to the colder temperatures and shorter days. Understanding these behavioral shifts can help you better care for your flock during this time of year. Decreased Egg Production Chickens tend… Read more »

Chickens Gallus domesticus rest comfortably inside a wooden coop.
Chickens for Backyards

Supplies You’ll Need Before You Bring Home Backyard Chickens

Starting the journey of backyard chicken ownership is such an exciting time in your life, filled with both anticipation and preparation. To ensure a smooth transition and a happy, healthy flock, it’s important to ensure you have all the necessary supplies before your feathered friends arrive. This can be a stressful process with so many… Read more »

Young cheerful woman picking fresh eggs in chicken house
Chickens for Backyards

10 Things Every First-Time Backyard Chicken Owner Should Know

Embarking on the journey of backyard chicken keeping can be incredibly rewarding, providing you with fresh eggs, natural pest control, and the joy of connecting with your food source. However, like any new endeavor, there are important basics every first-time chicken owner should know to ensure success. Here are ten essential tips to help you… Read more »

A chicken coop in a backyard
Chickens for Backyards

Tips for Being a Courteous Neighbor While Raising Backyard Chickens

If you’re considering raising backyard chickens, you’ve probably thought of the countless joys this decision will bring you – fresh eggs, natural pest control, and the pleasure of their company. But it’s especially important to consider the effect this change will have on your neighbors. After all, your part of a larger community, especially if… Read more »