Mites on Chickens
On December 27th my two hens Lois and Cleo got into an argument, that ended with blood dripping all down poor Lois’ face from a nasty bite on her comb. I took her inside, stood her up in front of the...
View Article5 Things to Consider Before Bringing Home Baby Chicks
Yesterday morning Hubby and I started out on a road trip as single flock parents. When we returned home we were parents to a second flock. Our second babies. We are very passionate chicken parents. We...
View ArticleThe Case of the Missing Hen
Shortly after 6 pm I went out to close up the barn, like I do every night when the sun goes down. It is my time to reflect on the day that is over, to make sure the goats and chickens are locked up...
View ArticleGarlic for Chickens and Goats
My friends spring is coming! I could feel it this morning as I made my way out to the barn. The birds were singing and the air was warming up. Soon I will no longer be sitting still waiting for the...
View ArticleMy Eggs Taste Like Garlic
My eggs taste like garlic. And not just any garlic. Garlic that has passed through a chicken’s system and ended up in an egg. How’s that for flavour? If you read this post, then you know about my quest...
View ArticleFeeding Back Eggs Shells to Laying Hens
There are somethings that I know that I tend to think everyone else knows too. Ya get me? Like where tomatoes come from (ok that’s an easy one), or how to make mayonnaise (I’ve done it in my sleep,...
View ArticleThere Are Rewards
Two weeks ago was the first time I was ready to throw in the towel on farming. I’ve been broken down before, as farming has a way of doing that to a person, but I had never been so fully committed to...
View ArticleButchering Our First Rooster
There are moments in this lifestyle that are so high. Like you’re walking on clouds. Like nothing can get you down. Moments with fresh strawberries, and newborn baby goats, and fresh cheese. Those are...
View ArticleBecause….Chickens
23 days ago Daisy went broody. For those who have no idea what that means, it means that she wanted to hatch her out some eggs. Her hormones were running high and whenever any of the other hens would...
View ArticleLessons. And Apples.
We have a quick order of business today. Mostly because I have a ton of apples to preserve today, but instead of just diving in I’m listening to an hour long repeat of Renegades by X Ambassadors on...
View ArticleFermented Chicken Feed
Fermented chicken feed is not new. If you google it there are lots of articles explaining how to do it. But I’m surprised by how few farmers/chicken keepers actually do it. I was one of them. I thought...
View Article4 Tips For The Perfect Chicken Coop
This spring is going to be yet another busy one here. Our first project (at least is my mind) is chicken coops! We need at least one made up this year, but I would prefer two. Our sights have been...
View ArticleEgg Bound Hen
How To Recognize It and How To Treat It Probably my favourite hen in my flock goes by the name Loretta. Please don’t tell any of the others I said she was my favourite. Because she’s my favourite, she...
View ArticleEgg Peritonitis
I’ve held off on writing this post for months. Mainly because it’s going to be slightly controversial. I am also not a veterinarian nor due I claim to be. This is what worked in our flock and I’m...
View Article8 Ways to Protect Your Chickens This Winter
Once upon a time I got chickens. And I even learned a thing or 2 about them. Yup. I know. You can hardly believe it either. My first winter I was a wreck thinking for sure they’d freeze to death....
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