How Many Chickens Should I Buy?
Backyard chicken keeping has become enormously popular! Folks are realising just how charming and delightful chickens can be PLUS the nutritional benefits of free range eggs...
Top 5 Rare Chicken Breeds
Rare chicken breeds are a must-have for hardcore hobby breeders. They look exotic, they’re few in number and can often mean a big pay day...
Choosing Between Bantams Or Standard Chickens
If you’re looking for the perfect pet then look no further! They’re small, soft, cute, love a cheeky cuddle, and also provide you with fresh...
The Ultimate List of Backyard Chicken Breeds
Whether you are a beginner chicken keeper or looking to add a new chicken breed to your backyard flock of chooks, there are so many...
What Is Point-Of-Lay?
Different poultry terms can be a bit puzzling at the best of times. If you've been looking to buy some chickens or add to an...
5 Reasons to Love Frizzle Chickens
The dramatic and stunning Frizzle chicken is a curious looking chook with a warm temperament and a surprising amount of grit for someone so glamourous!...
What Are Sex Link Chickens?
The world of chicken breeds can be confusing for new chook keepers. There’s so many types, terms and breeds to keep track of. Frankly, it...
5 Reasons to Love Cochin Chickens
It might be hard for modern day chicken ladies and lads to believe, but there was a time when people weren’t as crazy for chickens...
5 Reasons to Love Pekin Bantam Chickens
Pekin bantam chickens originate from the Imperial Summer Palace in Peking (now called Beijing) during the time of the Qing dynasty. When British and French...
Breed Profile: Cornish Chicken
The Cornish Chicken is known as the Indian Game in its native county of Cornwall in England, United Kingdom. Cornish chickens, as well as crosses...
How To Spot A Good Layer
Although we keep chickens for a number of different reasons, one of the main incentives for having backyard chickens is the delicious fresh eggs they...
What's the Difference Between Eggs From Different Poultry?
Many mixed poultry enthusiasts often find themselves stumped around egg collection time. Who laid what egg? One is a dark olive colour - could that...
Breed Profile: Japanese Bantam
The Japanese Bantam, also known in many parts of the world as Chabo, is a breed of chicken originating in Japan. They are a true...
The Best Chicken Breeds for Families
Chickens aren't often the first animal that comes to mind when you think of family pets, but rest assured - they are as well suited...
Breed Profile: Naked Neck
The Naked Neck is a breed of chicken that is naturally devoid of feathers on its neck and vent. The breed is also called the...
Leghorn (White Leghorn): A Comprehensive Guide
Leghorns or ‘Leggerns’ as they are known as in the US, are a heritage breed that is incredibly popular around the globe. A productive...
How Do I Tell If An Egg Is Rotten?
There’s nothing more devastating than working tirelessly on a delicious cupcake mix or pavlova masterpiece, only to make a well in the centre and crack...
What Your Chicken's Eggshells Say About Their Health
Have you noticed your chicken’s eggs are looking a little under the weather? Sometimes, when we go to collect our eggs, we get a rude...
Egg Oddities
If you’re a seasoned chicken owner you will know by now that no two eggs are the same. They range in size, colour and shape,...
Do I Need A Rooster To Get Eggs From My Hens?
Many of us get chickens not just for the companionship, but to enjoy the delicious fresh produce they provide. But, just how do our feathered...
The Secret Laying Lives Of Chickens
Chicken Ladies by nature like to keep an eye on their chooks. They’re always watching with a keen eye, looking for any changes in behaviour,...
Which Chicken Coop is Best for my Backyard?
Searching online for chicken coops for sale? You’ve come to the right place! But maybe you’re wondering which Backyard Chicken Coop model is best for...
Making Best Laid Chicken Coop Plans? Here's What You Need To Consider
Have you made best laid chicken coop plans in your backyard, but need a little encouragement to implement them? Perhaps you're wondering what chicken coop...
The Chicken Coop - Creating the Best Environment for your Chickens
When many people first consider keeping chickens, they wonder what kind of housing their new chooks will need. While it is possible to keep baby chicks...
The Modern Day Chicken Coop
Long gone are the days of an old tin shed and some chicken wire in the backyard as a makeshift chicken coop, scavenging around on...
Where In My Backyard Should I Put My Chicken Coop?
Just got your hot little hands on one of our amazing chicken coops? Maybe you’re planning to get one. Well, here are some tips on...
The Top 5 Chicken Feeders for your Chicken Coop or Chicken Run
Whether you’re a backyard chickens beginner or a seasoned eggs-pert, chances are you have wondered “Which chicken feeder is best for my backyard chickens?” Aside from choosing an...
Making Your Own Chicken Feed: The Fundamentals
When it comes to your chickens, it is important that they are fed a nutrient rich and balanced chicken feed high in protein and calcium...
Commercial Or Organic: Pick The Right Chicken Feed For Your Girls
Many chook gurus take their chicken feed very seriously- but why wouldn't you? As I have heard many a chicken enthusiast say, “if I want...
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