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Do Chickens Need Food And Water At Night? [Or In The Coop?]

Do Chickens Need Food And Water At Night? [Or In The Coop?]

Keeping new chickens is certainly fun and games. There’s a lot to learn about caring for your birds. One common question that new keepers ask is whether or not they need to provide food and water for their flock during the night. Or, can these generally hardy birds do without …

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Best Nest Boxes For Chickens [Buyers Guide For Keepers]

Best Nest Boxes For Chickens [Buyers Guide For Keepers]

Nest boxes serve an important role for both the chicken and the keeper. They are in many ways essential for successful egg-laying and collection. Nobody wants to find their eggs broken, nor do we have the time to regularly clean up the mess that can follow as a result. Besides, …

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Can Chickens Eat Pears? [Can You Offer This Fruit?]

Can Chickens Eat Pears? [Can You Offer This Fruit Whole?]

I am fortunate enough to have a pear tree on my property. While it’s great for the family when in season and provides fruit, it got me to question whether or not these would make a good treat for my chickens. Are pears healthy for them, is there anything to …

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How Much Exercise Does A Doberman Need? [Per Day, On Average]

How Much Exercise Does A Doberman Need? [Per Day, On Average]

All dogs require exercise. It’s an essential aspect of who they are and what they do. It’s important for both their health and well-being, although it must be said that certain breeds of dogs do need more than others. But what about Dobermans? How much exercise does this relatively large …

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Can Chickens Eat Carrots? [Is This Vegetable A Good Scrap?]

Can Chickens Eat Carrots? [Is This Root Vegetable A Good Scrap?]

We always have leftover carrots. There’s just something about buying them; maybe its because they are so cheap, or because we buy them in big bags. I digress. But with my recent surplus of carrots, it got me thinking. Could I offer these as treats to my chickens? I have …

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How Long Can You Leave A Kitten Alone? [And How To Do So]

How Long Can You Leave A Kitten Alone? [And How To Do So]

Bringing home a new kitten is an exciting time like no other. In the first few days, it is likely that you will not even want to leave their side. But as time passes and the responsibilities of life take their hold – you will be left with the challenging …

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Why Does My Dog Scratch The Floor? [Causes And Solutions]

Why Does My Dog Scratch The Floor_ [Causes and Solutions]

A dog that is repeatedly scratching the floor can be quite a nuisance. Besides, if you have carpet or expensive flooring, you know full well how quickly it can damage. For others reading, you may have some concern for your dog; is everything okay? Having observed this behavior in my …

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When Do Bearded Dragons Stop Growing? [Average Size Guide]

When Do Bearded Dragons Stop Growing? [Average Size Guide]

If you are thinking of buying a bearded dragon, or if you already have a baby bearded dragon, you may have wondered how fast they can grow and what size they can eventually reach. Having an idea of their potential adult size will inform your decisions on what size enclosure …

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Why Does My Dog Bury His Head In The Couch? [The Reasons]

Why Does My Dog Bury His Head In The Couch? [The Reasons]

Watching your dog bury their head in your coach is an interesting one. Sometimes we just stop and wonder why our dog would want to do this. At other times we may be looking to protect our new furniture. Either way; why do dogs tend to do this? What does …

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