Resources
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Self vs Non-Self: A Backyard Chicken Biology Lesson
Believe it or not, microbes have a huge impact on your backyard flock. In this video, Dr. John gives a “Backyard Chicken Biology Lesson” explaining how an animal’s initial microbial community, made up of their own cells and cells f...Posted in: backyard chicken, bacteria, biology, chicken coop, chicken microbiome, immune system, microbes, microbiomeRead more -
Chicken Behavior: Normal or Not?
Whether it has to do with the way they lay eggs, how they interact with one another, or anything in between, you probably notice a lot of things about the way your chickens behave. And if you’re new to raising chicken...
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Mild, Moderate, and Severe Stress in Chickens
Stress is chickens’ natural physiological response to protect themselves, but too much stress can reduce your flock’s health. For prey animals like chickens, stress initiates the fight or flight response that helps them survive in the...
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Chicken Treats: A Nutritional Overview
Every chicken keeper knows the value of treats! Keepers can use them to bond with chickens or to train them to come back to the coop, especially in the evening when the risk of predators is higher.
There are many types of treat...
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An Introduction to Chick Safety
Taking care of baby chicks can be overwhelming. We get it! Follow these tips to make things easier for you and your new baby chicks.
1) Provide the right temperature. Ba...
Posted in: chick, chick care, Chick Care 101, chick care guide, chick feed, chick food, chick health, chick hen, chick navel, chick rooster, chick sign, Chick starter feed, chicken chick, chicks feed, chicks heat, heat lamp for chicksRead more
