Thinking about raising chickens—or already knee-deep in feathers and feed? You’re in the right place! In my house I’m known as the bird lady. I love my backyard chickens and I am here to share my knowledge!
This category is all about sharing the joys (and the occasional chaos) of backyard chicken keeping. From tips for beginners to coop ideas, flock care, and funny stories from my own feathered crew, you’ll find everything you need to keep your hens happy, healthy, and thriving. Whether you’re just starting your homesteading journey or simply love your chickens like family, welcome to the flock!
As a chicken keeper, it’s natural to wonder what food items you can safely share with your flock. One common question that arises is, “Can chickens eat ham?” While it may seem like a delicious treat for your chickens, it’s essential to consider the nutritional value and health implications. Ham: A Good Treat or a…
Raising baby chickens from the moment they hatch is a rewarding experience, but it requires careful attention to their nutritional needs and environment. If you’ve just welcomed your first chicks, whether you hatched them, or picked them up from a local feed store, you’re likely wondering what the best way is to feed and care for them. This guide covers what to feed baby…
Did you know that certain chicken breeds can lay blue eggs? I didn’t, and I find it quite magical. Not only are the blue eggs special, but so are the chickens that lay them. If you’re raising a backyard flock or thinking about starting one, adding chickens that lay blue eggs is a fun way to bring variety and a…
Raising backyard chickens through the winter months can be challenging, especially when temperatures drop to extreme cold. A common concern among chicken keepers is whether chickens can freeze to death. I had this exact thought when we decided to raise backyard chickens while living in Wisconsin. While chickens are hardy creatures, cold conditions, if not…