Magnificent Mothers
I have had great experience with incubating some eggs. I had the delight of having a duckling, a chick and then a batch of...
Chicken Sweaters
I actually found the picture with the chicken in the sweater online. After doing a little research, I found these patterns. Enjoy!
A Few Cold Weather Chicken Tips!
Caring for pet chickens is pretty easy! They have the same needs as most any other animal. Here are a few tips for everyday upkeep, as well as advise on winter care.
GIVEAWAY: Manna Pro Poultry Conditioner — Winner Announced!
Thanks to Manna Pro LLC who sent these boxes to us to share with y'all. Be sure to check out the company at...
ASK the Editor: Six months old and not laying
I have 2 new brown leghorn pullets that are six months old and appear full grown. They have not produced any eggs yet, and...
A Few Little Known Chicken Facts
A few little known chicken facts.
Farm Innovators – All Season 3 Gallon – Plastic Poultry Fountain
I was unsure about buying a product like this, electricity, straw, and water as a combination just don't seem to me as a good mix.
Chicken Little
After seeing my little girl, who is almost 21, off for Navy boot camp the week of Nov 16th, I was pleasantly surprised to...
What’s In A Name?
We spend many hours trying to come up with names for our children. Millions of dollars have been spent on baby names books, but when it comes to naming our "animal" children, many don't bother, or just give in to the age old favorites...Spot, Pepper, Rascal etc.
Greetings Friends!
I was very excited to get a delightful confirmation message this week. There was something that "clicked" inside when I read the invitation to...
Which Came First, The Chicken Or The Egg?
Greetings all!
Yesterday, my new chickies gave me a great present. My first egg. Now this has been a very long process, and I have...
CARING FOR YOUR FARM FAMILY DURING EXTREME WEATHER – WINTER
There is a saying that a true Southerner will drink iced tea in a blizzard. Like many axioms, this one is rarely tested because, really,...
WINNER: Natural Poultry Feed Supplement
The winner's number was chosen by random.org. Wish I could give each and everyone one of you a prize to thank you for visiting and sharing! I seriously have a guilt problem when it comes to giveaways....
Problems with Finding Good Help
A post in our message boards reminded me of one of the major problems that comes with raising poultry and livestock in the city....
Win a Chicken Coop from Mother Earth News Sweepstakes
All-in-One Coop and Run! Valued up to $2,195!
* Houses up to 6 Chickens
* 3 nest...
GIVEAWAY: Manna Pro Poultry Conditioner
In the Urban Homestead's animal pen, copious amounts of feathers are blowing about and making the entire place look untidy. Some of the moulting hens...
Chicken: The Hidden Truth
Saving Animals Canada has just released a new video entitled Chicken: The Hidden Truth.
The short video, which runs just under 10 minutes long, includes...
GIVEAWAY: 3pk Avian Aqua Miser [closed]
This is probably one of the best watering systems for the backyard flock owner. If you have problems with chickens sitting on top of...
ASK Miz Hennessy: Chicken Watering Systems
We have 14 hens of varying ages. Over the past month, they have been drinking A LOT more. I have one large waterer that...
ASK Miz Hennessy: Groundcover for Chicken Areas
We are about to get baby chicks for the first time. My 2 years old and 4 year old are so excited. We are...
