Articles by Shadowfire

Hi everyone. I have a mixed flock with four hens and a, *ahem* challenged rooster that has issues flying, walking, and is blind in one eye. He was attacked by a hawk when he was just a chick, and dropped form it's talons in mid-flight. He was left with a hole in his head and an injured leg; he...

Most people immediately associate chickens with eggs. And yes, this is one of the main purposes of most chicken breeds, but they give us so many more things along with eggs that you might not think are a big deal- like their waste. Chicken poop is very nutritious, and after it's made into...

All chickens like different things- but they usually favor similar foods, such as grass, eggs, seeds, berries, and corn. Here's a basic list of some chicken favorites. Corn Pretty much all chickens love corn. They can be fed cracked dried corn, but whole kernels of dried corn are usually too...

Chicken terms are useful if you are just starting out with chickens and find yourself in a "What does that mean?" situation. Here are a few chicken terms that the beginning chicken-keeper should know or might need to know: Hen: An adult female chicken Rooster: An adult male chicken Roo: A...

What breed of chicken is right for you? Below is a list of common breeds for beginners, with some of each breed's pros and cons. Australorp Good, dependable layer of brown eggs Dual purpose breed Calm and docile Roosters are less aggressive Good for cold climates...

What is Bumblefoot? Bumblefoot is an bacterial infection that occurs on the feet of chickens, geese, turkeys, and other poultry. It enters via cuts or scratches on the foot and forms a pussy, waxy plug in the chicken's foot. Dirty or wet conditions can contribute to Bumblefoot, when dirty straw...