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Can chickens eat sweet feed?

February 8, 2023July 3, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

It’s OK to add some sweet feed to your hens’ regular feed, but remember that chickens need a specific diet. Chickens may get sweet feed sometimes, but it should be avoided as much as possible. That’s why in this article I’ll go into the nitty gritty of chicken feed, why some people mix chicken feed … Read more

Can chickens eat dry cat food? (including people’s statements)

February 8, 2023June 30, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

Yes, chickens can eat dry cat food. However, it is important to check the type of dry cat food before feeding it to them. Make sure it is a treat that is once in a while. Chickens are domesticated birds that have been bred by humans for thousands of years to produce eggs and meat. … Read more

Can chickens eat artichokes? (COOKED vs CANNED)

July 1, 2022June 30, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

Did you ever wonder if chickens can eat artichokes? Have they tried it before? Are they picky eaters and only want certain foods, or will they eat just about anything? We love chickens, but didn’t know the first thing about them until we started raising some. So, we did a bit of research to find … Read more

10 Things you should NOT feed your chicken

February 5, 2023June 24, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

Since we started this page, we at the typesofchicken.com team have given you articles on many different subjects concerning your chicken, and most of them were on what you should do to or with them.

We started getting questions from you on some particular subjects like is some food bad or good for your chickens and alike.

After some research and a few discussions with some more experienced poultry keepers, we decided to give you an article on what you should NOT feed your chicken.

Shannon Stansberry

Shannon Stansberry has been engaged in the business of raising chickens for more than 12 years. In 2016, she accomplished the Agriculture & Natural Resources program at Mt. San Antonio College. At present, she tends to more than 80 chickens on her 4-hectare farm. Shannon regularly shares her insights and experience on how to raise healthy and contented chickens on the platform Typesofchickens.com

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Can chickens eat rhubarb? raw/cooked

June 24, 2022June 17, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

Is rhubarb safe for chickens? No! Rhubarb is poisonous for chickens because of the high levels of oxalic acid.

You may enjoy rhubarb, but did you know that it is harmful to chickens? While many plants can be safely fed to your chicken as a treat, some foods should be avoided. What precisely is rhubarb? Rhubarb is a buckwheat-related vegetable. It is a perennial plant that grows in temperate sections of the earth and … Read more

Can Chickens Eat Tortillas? Find Out Right Here!

June 12, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

I have a few friends that raise chickens. One of their favorite things to feed them is tortillas. It’s inexpensive, it’s easy to get, they love the taste and they’re full of dietary protein. I found this to be very interesting since the first thing I thought about when I heard “chickens eat tortillas” was … Read more

Can chickens eat algae? harmful or not

June 10, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

You’ve just had a pond built and you want to give your chickens the best food possible. Good for you! We all want the best for our chickens. Consequently, you’re asking yourself if your chickens can eat algae. It is certainly conceivable to feed your chickens with algae. Chances are you are already feeding them … Read more

Can Chickens Eat Weetabix? other cereals included

February 5, 2023June 7, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

Weetabix is a popular cereal in the UK, and I eat it most days with milk. I love how crunchy it is. But can chickens eat Weetabix? The answer is a resounding “YES.” Now, if you’d asked me just a few years ago, I would have said NO WAY. But the truth is that chickens … Read more

Can Chickens Eat Cherries? Everything you need to know!

January 8, 2023May 29, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

We’re committed to helping you raise happy, healthy chickens. When you think about things chickens love to eat, cherries are not the first thing that comes to mind. But in fact, all chickens cherish cherries, including urban backyard chickens like ours! Some people have concerns about the pits and stems of cherries because they think … Read more

Can Chickens Eat Collard Greens? chicken keeper opinion included

June 21, 2022May 27, 2022 by Shannon Stansberry

Chickens can eat collard greens. Collards are a member of the cabbage family, so they provide similar vitamins and nutrients as other greens in this family, including kale and broccoli. Chickens are omnivores, which means they eat both plants and meat. They can eat a wide variety of foods, but they do best with a … Read more