Let’s be honest: a muddy chicken run smells like regret. The right flooring fixes stink, controls pests, and keeps your flock’s feet healthy. These seven options work in real backyards, not just Pinterest boards, and you can mix and match for your climate and coop setup. Ready to kick mud to the curb and make…
Your sweet, egg-laying angel just turned into a puffed-up dragon sitting on invisible eggs? Congrats—you’ve got a broody hen. She’s glaring, growling, and refusing to leave the nest, and your egg basket went oddly empty. The good news: you can break broodiness fast and humanely. The faster you act, the easier it goes. Let’s get…
Backyard too tiny for a full-on barn? No problem. These clever coop ideas slip into side yards, patios, and even balconies, while still giving your flock a happy, healthy home. We’re talking smart layouts, vertical tricks, and storage that moonlights as style. Ready to make a mini coop that doesn’t look like a cardboard box?…
Frozen Treats and Hydration Hacks for Chickens Summer heat is no joke — especially when you’re covered in feathers. When the temperatures rise, I start switching gears in my chicken routine. My girls go through water faster, lay a little less, and look for any shade they can find. Over the years, I’ve tried all…
If you’ve ever found yourself chasing feathered teenagers around the run at dusk — you’re not alone. That in-between stage where chicks aren’t babies anymore but not quite adult hens can be a little wild, especially when it comes to bedtime. I’ve been there, flashlight in hand, trying to herd them like toddlers after a…
Short answer? Yes — chickens can eat grapes. And most absolutely love them. But before you start tossing handfuls into the run, there are a few things you should know to keep it safe, especially in summer when fruit spoils fast. ✅ Are Grapes Safe for Chickens? Grapes are non-toxic and completely safe for chickens…
Summer is all about garden scraps, BBQ leftovers, and juicy fruits — but not everything that’s good for us is good for chickens. When the temperatures rise, your flock’s digestion changes, and the wrong foods can quickly lead to heat stress, sour crop, or even spoiled feed. I’ve made some of these mistakes early on,…
Let’s be honest: summer is paradise for bugs… and a total nightmare for chicken keepers. The heat, humidity, and long days bring out every creepy-crawly you don’t want near your coop — flies, mites, lice, mosquitoes, and all the tiny freeloaders that can make your chickens miserable. I’ve had my share of coop infestations and…
When summer hits hard, our chickens feel it way more than we do. With no sweat glands and all those feathers, even a warm afternoon can turn into a real struggle for your flock. I’ve had summers where I was checking the coop every few hours, worrying if I was doing enough — and after…
If you’re tired of collecting eggs only to find them covered in poop, you’re not alone. Nesting boxes are supposed to be cozy little spots for your hens to lay—not their overnight porta-potties. So, what’s going on here? After dealing with this myself (and hearing the same complaints from other backyard chicken folks), I’ve picked…