Animals Archives

How to Protect Your Chickens from Predators – 20 Tips

Protect your chickens with these 20 effective, natural predator-proofing tips to keep your flock safe from foxes, hawks, raccoons, and more.

Build easy and affordable chicken nesting boxes using plastic totes. No carpentry skills needed—perfect for backyard chicken keepers.

Lower your chicken feed costs by growing your own fodder! Learn what fodder is, the best seeds to use, and step-by-step instructions.

Ensure the safety and comfort of your chickens in the winter with these tips on how to winterize your chicken coop.

The foods you feed to your chickens have a huge effect on their overall health and the quality of their eggs in both taste and durability.

Learn from the chicken keeping mistakes I made as a beginner. Find out how to avoid these pitfalls and create happy chicken coop.

Living in an area with irritable neighbors or regulations, you need chickens that are on the quieter side. These are known to be less noisy.

Give your chickens the ultimate spa treatment with a homemade chicken dust bath. Here’s how to create one.

Teach your dog to be friendly to your chickens through effective training techniques. Learn how to create a safe and harmonious environment.

To decide which animals are right for your homestead, you’ll need to consider several factors. Here are the most common types of livestock.