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How Many Eggs Does a Chicken Lay in a Day?
It’s spring, and you know what that means! Backyard flocks are booming. Thanks to rising egg prices, baby chicks are flying off the...

Annie
May 83 min read
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All About the Java Chicken Breed
Picture credit: Hoover’s Hatchery Do you have a running list of chickens you’d like to add to your flock? Of course you do! Well, I have...

Annie
Mar 283 min read
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What Do Chickens Need to Lay Eggs?
Most people start raising backyard chickens for the fresh eggs, but they quickly realize their hens become beloved pets, too. It’s truly...

Annie
Feb 214 min read
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How to Introduce New Chickens at Night for a Smooth Integration
Introducing new chickens to an existing flock can be a tricky process, and how you do it matters! The integration phase is crucial for...

Annie
Feb 144 min read
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Understanding the Growth Stages of a Hen: From Chick to Mature Layer
There is nothing better than getting little chicks. I love listening to their tiny peeps and spend hours just observing their behaviors....

Annie
Feb 64 min read
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How to Treat Respiratory Infections in Chickens
Raising backyard chickens is so rewarding and fulfilling ! There’s nothing better than watching your girls flock toward you or collecting...

Annie
Jan 283 min read
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How to Treat Thrush in Birds
Thrush, also known as candidiasis, is a fungal infection that affects birds and is caused primarily by the Candida species. It can lead...

Annie
Dec 3, 20243 min read
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What Are the Best Seeds for Chickens
As we know, raising healthy and productive chickens requires a well balanced diet. One of the best ways to ensure your chickens get all...

Annie
Nov 20, 20243 min read
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What Chickens Lay White Eggs?
When it comes to backyard poultry, one of the most common questions new chicken owners ask is about the color of the eggs their hens will...

Annie
Oct 16, 20244 min read
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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...

Annie
Aug 27, 20245 min read
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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...

Annie
Aug 6, 20245 min read
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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...

Strong Animals Team
Aug 2, 20245 min read
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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.

Annie
Jul 16, 20243 min read
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Treats for Chickens: Easy Homemade Recipe
It’s summertime and for the most part our flock loves to free range as much as possible during the day. They love to scavenge the yard...

Annie
Jun 21, 20242 min read
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Can I Have Chickens Where I Live? And How to Find Out
Keeping chickens as backyard pets and for egg production has become very popular among homeowners! I feel like since covid hit, backyard...

Annie
Jun 19, 20243 min read
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Can Chickens Get Fleas?
Summer has officially started in the Midwest, and we are so excited! The luscious green grass, trees and landscape are especially...

Annie
Jun 3, 20243 min read
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How to Sex a Baby Chick
Let me kick off this blog with a quick disclaimer: I'm no pro at determining whether your cute little chick is a he or she, but let's...

Annie
May 13, 20243 min read
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What Do Baby Chicks Eat?
It’s springtime and that means one thing around our place….chicks! There is nothing better than bringing those cute little feather balls...

Annie
Apr 9, 20243 min read
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Can Coccidiosis Be Managed Naturally in Chickens?
Today let’s talk about something less fantastic when raising backyard chickens: coccidiosis. While raising chickens has been my favorite...

Annie
Mar 20, 20244 min read
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Do Chickens Have Taste Buds?
Today, we get to talk about a fascinating topic. I get asked quite often about things chickens can and cannot eat and if there are...

Annie
Mar 13, 20243 min read
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