Backyard Poultry

There's so much more to raising poultry at home than just backyard chickens! Ducks, quail, guinea fowl, geese, turkeys, emus, peafowl and more! How to care for…
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Raising Turkeys and Chickens Together
Learn how to successfully raise turkeys and chickens together on a free-range farm. Discover the benefits and tips for raising happy birds.
Keep your chickens cool in summer, 14 genius ideas. Keep your chickens cool this summer with these genius tips and tricks that will help prevent heat stroke and heat stress in your flock! Beat the heat with cool treats and even cool showers! Keeping Chickens Cool, Caring For Chickens, Raising Chickens 101, Building A Chicken Run, Chicken Flock, Summer Chicken, Backyard Chicken Farming, Homestead Chickens, Chicken Health
How to keep your chickens cool in summer and prevent heat stroke.
Keep your chickens cool in summer, 14 genius ideas. Keep your chickens cool this summer with these genius tips and tricks that will help prevent heat stroke and heat stress in your flock! Beat the heat with cool treats and even cool showers!
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Does your coop stink? Here are 6 tips and tricks to keep your coop smelling great!
Does your chicken coop stink? Check out these 6 tips and tricks to keep your coop smelling great! You can keep it smelling fresh and clean all year round without cleaning constantly! Backyard poultry doesn't have to have a stinky house or barn! These tips work for chickens. ducks, guinea fowl and other poultry!
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Rehoming a rooster....the why's and how's
Rehoming a rooster. When you get straight run chicks sometimes you end up with a cockerel that you just can't keep. Here's why you might need to rehome a rooster and how to do it properly.
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Does a chicken run need a roof?
Does a chicken coops run need a roof? Yes, it need a roof to keep predators, debris & the elements out and provide a level of protection for chickens. I want to talk about run roofs, if you need one and the different types of materials they can be made with.
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Raising Quail on the Ground In a Coop + Pen or In an Aviary
The vision I wanted was for my quail to roam on the ground in the grass hunting for bugs, much like they would do if they were living in the wild.
14 reasons you should not raise Guinea fowl in your yard or homestead. If you're considering getting some of these quirky birds, you need to know the 14 reasons you should not raise Guinea fowl on your farm or homestead first! From being loud to knocking on your windows, guineas are not the birds for all farms! Quirky Birds, Egg Incubator, Backyard Poultry, Bug Control, The Barnyard
14 reasons you should not raise Guinea fowl!
14 reasons you should not raise Guinea fowl in your yard or homestead. If you're considering getting some of these quirky birds, you need to know the 14 reasons you should not raise Guinea fowl on your farm or homestead first! From being loud to knocking on your windows, guineas are not the birds for all farms!
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You should raise silkie chickens as family pets!
Silkies! Why you should raise this adorable breed! You should raise silkie chickens as family pets! As far as backyard chickens go, silkies are one of the cutest, friendliest and most popular breeds with several unique characteristics. You'll love their soft and fluffy feathers! If you're looking for a docile breed of chicken, you should raise some silkies!
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Raising Turkey VS Chickens: What are the Differences?
Turkeys and chickens are both popular options, but which one is right for you? Here are the differences between raising turkeys and chickens so you can make an informed decision.
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Do guinea fowl actually need a coop?
Do guinea fowl need a coop? Lots of people believe that guinea fowl do not need a coop but they actually do! They are a lot like chickens in that problems can occur if they dn't have somewhere to call home. Top 4 reasons why guineas should have a coop in your backyard, farm or homestead.
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Different Types of Quail Cages
There are some essentials of Coturnix quail cages: size, material, ventilation, and more. Create a secure for your quail flock!
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Can you set round eggs to hatch all pullets?
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Are Chickens Herbivores?
Curious about whether chickens are herbivores? They're actually omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals! Here's what chickens love to munch on and how their diverse diet keeps them healthy and happy. From seeds and veggies to bugs and kitchen scraps, chickens enjoy a bit of everything.