Why Chickens Roost Outside and How to Prevent It

As a chicken keeper, you will certainly have noticed that your flock has character, especially as individuals but as a group too!  One problem you may have had the pleasure of experiencing is hens roosting in the nest box, or perhaps even on top of the henhouse.  This is especially noticeable when they first arrive … Lire la suite Why Chickens Roost Outside and How to Prevent It

Cockerels: Care Tips for Backyard Chicken Owners

It is widely believed that you need a cockerel (male chicken) so that the hens lay eggs.  This is not the case.  Hens will continue to lay eggs in the absences of cockerels and will even be in better general health!  So why keep a cockerel? Whilst unnecessary for egg production, cockerels nonetheless do play … Lire la suite Cockerels: Care Tips for Backyard Chicken Owners