How to Treat Mites on Chickens
Today, we’re talking about the not-so-fun side of chicken keeping...mites! Yuck! I think mites and lice are every backyard chicken...
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Annie
Oct 12 min
All About the Cinnamon Queen Chicken
Picture Credit: Hoover’s Hatchery The Cinnamon Queen chicken breed is a popular choice among backyard chicken keepers. Known for their...
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Annie
Sep 163 min
Best Apple Butter Crock Pot Recipe: Easy, Delicious and Perfect for Fall
Are you guys ready for a super easy recipe for apple butter? Hurry up and go pick those apples hanging from your tree! Or if you don’t...
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Annie
Sep 32 min
Easy Vegetable Egg Roll Ups
Fall is in the air, and while I’ve been holding on to the last days of summer, it’s time to face the reality of sending the kids back to...
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Annie
Aug 274 min
What Chickens Lay Blue Eggs?
I remember when I started raising backyard chickens. The only thing I was concerned about was having nice chickens that loved me and laid...
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Aug 213 min
How Far Can a Chicken Fly?
I’ve been raising chickens for nearly twenty years, and a question I often hear is, “How far can chickens actually fly?” Since chickens...
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Annie
Aug 144 min
All About the Silver Laced Polish Chicken
Polish chickens are one of my all-time favorite breeds. They are quirky, hilarious and such fun chickens to watch! I’ve had a few...
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Annie
Aug 65 min
Are Chickens Omnivores?
Believe it or not, chickens are one of the most common domesticated animals in the world, providing us with eggs, meat, and incredible...
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Strong Animals Team
Aug 25 min
Chicken Lice 101: What You Need to Know
Chicken lice may not be the most glamorous topic, but they’re a critical concern for chicken owners everywhere. These pesky pests are...
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Annie
Jul 293 min
How to Keep Chickens Cool in Summer: Easy Tips & Hydrating Treats
It’s hot here in Minnesota! The heat index has been in the high 90s and low 100s for the last week. The air is heavy with humidity and we...
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Annie
Jul 233 min
Can Chickens Eat Eggshells?
Chickens are known for their quirky eating habits and foraging for interesting snacks right in your backyard. If you’re new to raising...
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Annie
Jul 163 min
What Vegetables Can Chickens Eat?
Discover which veggies your chickens can safely enjoy! From leafy greens to pumpkins, these treats will keep your flock happy & healthy.
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Annie
Jul 103 min
Can Turkeys and Chickens Live Together? Here's What You Need to Know
Photo Credit: Cackle Hatchery I remember when our kids begged us to add a couple of turkeys to our flock. While the idea sounded fun, we...
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Annie
Jul 12 min
Best 4th of July Mocktails
Photo Credit: Sugar Maple Farmhouse Our family loves the 4th of July! Celebrating our country’s independence while hanging out with...
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