Thistle seeds that are widely fed to garden or backyard birds are actually nyjer, at times spelled as niger, nyger, or nijer. These small, slender, and black thistle seeds aren’t of the problematic weeds of the genera Carduus, Cirsium, but that might not mean they are safe for chickens. Thistle seeds are safe for chickens […]
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A chicken coop is a great addition to the backyard. Still, it’s important to be aware of the potential for disease spreading from the chickens to nearby water sources, especially wells. A chicken coop should be at least 50’ away from a well. This will prevent bacterial pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter from infecting your
Chickens are social animals, but they also fight each other when their hierarchy is disrupted or resources are scarce. You need to ensure that each hen has enough space for its needs. Chickens share nesting boxes, even when they don’t have to. As long as they have access to a nesting box when they need
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Chickens are flock animals, which means that they form strong relationships with other birds and are capable of emotional intelligence. But do they form bonds with their human owners or just other birds? Pet chickens may love their owners, but it’s difficult to say for sure. They recognize the faces of their owners and may
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