How to Keep Pregnant Rabbits Safe, Healthy and Warm

How to Keep Pregnant Rabbits Safe, Healthy and Warm

Welcome to our guide on keeping pregnant rabbits safe, healthy and warm. This blog is here to help both those new to breeding rabbits or experienced breeders looking to improve their care practices. Whether your rabbits are being bred for companionship or for meat, it’s important to make sure pregnant rabbits are well cared for. […]

How to Train Chooks to Use Nesting Boxes

How to Train Chooks to Use Nesting Boxes V2

Hens begin laying eggs when they are around 4-6 months old. Depending on their breed, they can lay as many as 300 eggs in one year! Hopefully, your hen will lay all her eggs inside your provided nesting boxes. But what if she doesn’t? Whether you are a new chicken owner or an expert in […]

Is It Great to Use a Chicken Tractor or Not?

Header Is it great to use a chicken tractor

Keeping backyard chickens is becoming increasingly popular. Enjoying fresh eggs straight from your backyard can be both enjoyable and convenient. Since your feathered friends are providing you with quality eggs, it is only natural for you to also provide their most basic needs such as shelter. If you are using chicken coops to house your chickens, […]

How to Live in Peace in a Multi-Species Household

How to Live in Peace in a Multi-Species Household

My zoo-like household has every corner filled with the joyful chaos of furry, feathered, and scaly friends. Living in a multi-species household is an adventure I wouldn’t trade for anything. From the playful antics of my dogs to the soothing purrs of my cat, and the melodious chirps of my birds, each pet brings its […]

A Guide to Preparing Chickens for Winter

A Guide to Preparing Chickens for Winter

As the days become shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, it is important to remember your chickens have special requirements too. Although milder than a lot of other countries, the winter months in Australia from June to August can get quite cold. To keep our bodies warm, we wear warm layers of clothing and […]

What to Feed Your Backyard Chickens

What to Feed Your Backyard Chickens

A lot of customers first starting out with chickens ask us – How do I make sure my backyard chickens stay healthy and happy? Thankfully, my many years of owning pet chickens has provided me with the right knowledge to help our customers. I know that the best way to keep your girls healthy is through their […]

Silkie Bantams in Your Yard

Silkie Bantams as Pets

Silkies are a beloved and popular ornamental chicken breed. Named after their distinctive feathers, Silkie chickens are small, fluffy and friendly. The History of Silkie Bantams Silkies are one of the oldest purebred chicken breeds, originating in Asia around 750 AD. Their country of origin is debated, with China, Japan and India all claiming the […]

How to Deal with Mites and Lice in Chickens

How to Combat Mites and Lice in Chickens

Are you noticing signs of mites and lice bothering your beloved chickens? These pesky pests can quickly become a nuisance and pose health risks to your flock if left unchecked. Understanding the Source Mites and lice often find their way to chickens through other living species, such as birds native to your area, which carry […]