Don’t let your chicken cross the street without it! This is a craze that is sweeping the chicken-keeping nation: take your chicken on a walk! I admit that the novelty was too great to pass up, … [Read more...] about Hilarious Hen Harness
Backyard Chickens Episode 6: Feeding Your Chickens
Should you be feeding your chickens anything you can find in your kitchen? Not a fan of onion-infused omelets, without adding any onions (?!), from your backyard bunch? Jen B has some tips on how to … [Read more...] about Backyard Chickens Episode 6: Feeding Your Chickens
Backyard Chickens Episode 1: A Big Clucking Overview
Wanna source of omega 3s, protein, and free garden fertilizer in your own backyard? You can get tastier, healthier eggs by keeping your own flock of cluckers. If you’re itchin’ to know more about … [Read more...] about Backyard Chickens Episode 1: A Big Clucking Overview
Backyard Chickens Episode 2: A Dozen Questions, Answered!
What questions would you ask a seasoned backyard-chicken-raising pro? Whether you’re on the fence or on the backyard-chicken raising wagon, chances are you’ve got questions that are probably covered … [Read more...] about Backyard Chickens Episode 2: A Dozen Questions, Answered!
Backyard Chickens Episode 3: Pickin’ Chickens
What birds of a feather will flock together in YOUR backyard? Whether you want your chickens hardy or silky, or whether you want green or dark-brown eggs, there's a breed out there that's just right … [Read more...] about Backyard Chickens Episode 3: Pickin’ Chickens
Backyard Chickens Episode 4: Raising Baby Chicks
How to best prepare the nest? Baby chicks are “10s” when it comes to cuteness, but they are more than just eye-candy. For the first months of their lives, they need TLC. Chickie-pro Megan Raff of … [Read more...] about Backyard Chickens Episode 4: Raising Baby Chicks
Backyard Chickens Episode 5: Create a Class-A Coop
What kind of henhouse should you build (or buy)? Grab your hammer and nails (or your wallet and Craigslist). Whether you go with a prefab or build your own pullet palace, there are several things … [Read more...] about Backyard Chickens Episode 5: Create a Class-A Coop
Teach Your Dog the Best Trick: To Live Longer
Is your pooch’s food shortening his lifespan? Gross by-products, dangerous preservatives and indigestible fillers in commercial pet foods could be shortening the lifespan of your furry best friend. … [Read more...] about Teach Your Dog the Best Trick: To Live Longer
