Here in this part of France, October is a fairly quiet month when it comes to chickens at home. There is not a great deal to do aside from the usual maintenance jobs, the redmite season is just about over and the leaves are starting to fall which the chickens simply love. Its a very … Lire la suite October: The Start of Chicken Season
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
Chickens need the freedom to clean themselves daily by way of a dust bath (as opposed to other birds that use a bird bath with water). If they have access to the soil, they will make the bath themselves, usually in a sheltered area where they can dig a hole that they can sit in. … Lire la suite How to Create a Perfect Dust Bath for Your Chickens
What is wing clipping? Wing clipping is a temporary solution to flighty birds, meaning that they can fly for a few feet at a time, giving them enough boost to get over the fence out of their enclosure. Wing clipping can also be a solution to over amourous cockerels, some believe, as their lose their … Lire la suite When and How to Clip Chicken Wings Effectively
The saying “water is life” is very true, especially when it comes to your hens’ health. A simple daily routine can save problems later on. Clean, fresh water is equally important in the winter as it is in the summer. The drinkers (for there should always be at least 2, even for 3 hens, to … Lire la suite Water hygiene
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