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![Why Do Chickens Cluck? [What Is This Behavior All About]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Why-Do-Chickens-Cluck-What-Is-This-Behavior-All-About.png)
Clucking. Perhaps the noise that chickens are most recognized for. Besides, they do seem to do it a lot! But why? What is the reason for this particular sound, and what does this all mean? Here is what you want to know. So, why do chickens cluck? Chickens cluck as a …
![Why Do Chickens Bathe In Dirt? [Is This Absolutely Necessary?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Why-Do-Chickens-Bathe-In-Dirt-Is-This-Absolutely-Necessary-.png)
Lying and rolling around in the dirt. It seems bizarre, but chickens are known for doing this. And doing so regularly. But why do they feel the need to do so, and are there any benefits in this behavior and activity? Here is what you need to know. So, why …
![Can Chickens Eat Fat Balls? [Should You Feed Them To Your Flock]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Can-Chickens-Eat-Fat-Balls-Should-You-Feed-Them-To-Your-Flock-.png)
Fat balls, also known as suet balls, are popular feed for wild birds. They are often put out to help provide much-needed energy. But are they an appropriate food for chickens? As a keeper, can or should you look to offer them to your flock? Here is what you should …
![Do Chickens Like Water? [To Drink, To Play In, Or To Swim?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Chickens-Like-Water_-To-Drink-To-Play-In-Or-To-Swim_-1.png)
Chickens are typically curious birds; they love to play, climb, and generally run amuck. But do they enjoy water? And what does this all mean for keeping them safe, happy, and healthy? Here is what you need to know. So, do chickens like water? A small number of chickens love to …
![Best Heated Waterer For Chickens [Top Picks & Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Heated-Waterer-For-Chickens-Top-Picks-Buyers-Guide.png)
The temperature plummets. Your chicken’s water has frozen. Not good. Keeping your flock hydrated and ensuring they have access to water has just become much more challenging. But in the colder months of the year, regularly checking and changing the water is just not a practical solution. And in some …
![Best Calcium Supplement For Chickens [Top Picks & Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Best-Calcium-Supplement-For-Chickens-Top-Picks-Buyers-Guide.png)
The importance of calcium for chickens is undeniable. It is, perhaps, the msot essential mineral that they must obtain. And it plays a role for chickens of all ages. Laying hens simply need sufficient calcium in the diet to produce strong shells for their eggs. And for younger and growing …
![Do Crows Eat Chickens? [Are They A Threat To Your Flock?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Do-Crows-Eat-Chickens_-Are-They-A-Threat-To-Your-Flock_.png)
Crows are deceivingly big birds, and they are known to be quite aggressive, too. But would they attack, or eat, a chicken given a chance? How much of a risk are they to the flock of any chicken keeper? Here is what you need to know. So, do crows eat …
![Can Chickens Cry? [Do These Birds Even Get Sad At All?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Can-Chickens-Cry_-Do-These-Birds-Even-Get-Sad-At-All_.png)
Chickens are fascinating birds to observe; often giving us insight into their state of health and wellbeing. They do this in many ways, and if you look close enough, you will be able to identify these things for each individual bird, and the group in general. But what about crying? …
![What Do Chickens Like To Play With? [The Entertainment Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/What-Do-Chickens-Like-To-Play-With_-The-Entertainment-Guide.png)
Keeping chickens is very rewarding and generally, a lot of fun. At least for us keepers. But what about our birds? How do we keep life interesting for them and is there anything, in particular, we can provide to support their wellbeing? Here is what you need to know. So, …
![How Long Do Chickens Live? [Expectancy For 18 Common Breeds]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/How-Long-Do-Chickens-Live_-Expectancy-For-20-Common-Breeds-1.png)
There is an almost endless list of different chicken breeds. You can soon see why. They can range quite dramatically in appearance, weight, size, and even temperament. Is it, therefore, logical that each breed will live to the same age? You’ll often see blanket statements such as “chickens live for …
![Do Chickens Attract Flies? [And How To Ensure They Don't]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Chickens-Attract-Flies_-And-How-To-Ensure-They-Dont.png)
Nobody wants flies on their property. Especially if they are keeping chickens, but do these birds naturally draw these pests in? Is it just an aspect of owning them? Here is what you need to know. So, do chickens attract flies? Chickens do not attract flies, although keeping them can. They …
![Best Layer Feed For Chickens [Top Brands & Buyers Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Best-Layer-Feed-For-Chickens-Top-Brands-Buyers-Guide.png)
The diet of your flock is essential to their health. Their development, feathering, eggs, and resilience to stress and disease simply depend on it. And chickens have very specific needs; even a deficit in just one nutrient can have serious consequences. Besides, food is energy – and these birds need …
![Can Chickens Eat Broccoli? [Is This A Suitable Scrap?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Can-Chickens-Eat-Broccoli_-Is-This-A-Suitable-Scrap_.png)
There seems to be an endless supply of scraps that you can look to feed your chickens. You have to be careful, mind, as some can be toxic. Some may not be beneficial altogether. But what about broccoli? Is this okay to feed? Here is what you need to know. …
It comes entirely naturally for a hen to sit on her eggs – regardless of whether they are fertilized on not. Besides, this is how a hen must incubate and prepare her chicks for hatching. It’s part of her motherly role – either way. But how many eggs does it …
![Do Groundhogs Eat Chickens? [How Dangerous Are They?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Groundhogs-Eat-Chickens_-How-Dangerous-Are-They_.png)
It’s groundhog day. Quite literally. Today we are going to be taking a closer look at whether these rodents, native to the squirrel family and otherwise known as woodchucks, pose any significant risk to your flock of chickens. Besides, while most squirrels are harmless, groundhogs are a little different and …
![Do Hawks Eat Chickens? [How Dangerous Is This Bird Of Prey?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Hawks-Eat-Chickens_-How-Dangerous-Is-This-Bird-Of-Prey_.png)
Hawks are quite the intimidating bird. With hooked, sharp beaks and strong talons, they are a formidable predator, to many. Whether that be birds, rabbits, rodents, or fish. These birds know how to hunt and where to eat. But what about chickens? Do they pose a significant threat to your …
You may look at chickens and think that they’re not particularly complex. However, studies have shown that chickens experience both negative and positive emotions towards people and other birds in the flock. But what about boredom? Do chickens go through and experience it all? This is what the research also …
![How Long Does It Take For Chicken Eggs To Hatch? [On Average]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/How-Long-Does-It-Take-For-Chicken-Eggs-To-Hatch_-On-Average.png)
Perhaps you’re thinking of starting your own brood of backyard chickens to provide your family with fresh eggs, or maybe you’ve just always wondered how long it takes for a chicken egg to hatch and what the process involves. Either way, let’s get you the answer you came here for! …
![Do Eagles Eat Chickens? [How Much Of A Threat Do They Pose?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Do-Eagles-Eat-Chickens_-How-Much-Of-A-Threat-Do-They-Pose_.png)
Birds of prey are certainly a worry if you keep chickens. But what about Eagles? How much of a threat do these birds pose to your flock? Will they actively seek out coops when flying overhead? This is what the research says. So, do eagles eat chickens? Eagles will not …
![How Long Can Chickens Go Without Food? [To Survive & Thrive]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Long-Can-Chickens-Go-Without-Food_-To-Survive-Thrive.png)
A big aspect of chicken keeping is ensuring your flock remains well fed. Besides, it is through food that they obtain the nutrients they need to grow new feathers, produce great eggs along with ensuring all those other essential bodily functions can take place. But what if you need to …
![Do Bears Eat Chickens? [Will They Visit And Attack The Coop?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Bears-Eat-Chickens_-Will-They-Visit-And-Attack-The-Coop_.png)
Bears are frightening, to say the least. Strong, powerful, and tenacious. On the flip side, chickens are the exact opposite; small, harmless, and not particularly adventurous. So, are your chickens a viable food source for a bear? Will a bear actively seek them out? Do bears eat chickens? Bears do …
![Why Do Chickens Eat Feathers? [And What You Can Do About It]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Why-Do-Chickens-Eat-Feathers_-And-What-You-Can-Do-About-It.png)
If your chickens have developed a taste for feathers, you’ll likely be wondering what is going on. While a certain level of unique behaviors is somewhat expected with a flock; this one can seem particularly odd. What can this mean or indicate? Is there something as a keeper that you …
![How Big Do Brahma Chickens Get? [Average Size Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Big-Do-Brahma-Chickens-Get_-Average-Size-Guide.png)
Brahma chickens just look great. With their light or dark fluffy feathers that even extend down over the feet. But with a deep and wide body, they also look pretty big. But what size are they? Here is what has routinely been recorded by keepers. So, how big do Brahma …
![How Big Do Leghorn Chickens Get? [Average Size Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Big-Do-Leghorn-Chickens-Get_.png)
Chickens grow to different sizes. It depends mostly on the breed. Some breeds are actually quite small, whereas others are a lot more formidable than you would expect for this bird! But what about Leghorns? What kind of size do they typically reach and by when? Looking at the data, …
![Can Chickens Eat Cucumber? [Is This A Suitable Scrap?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cucumber_-Is-This-A-Suitable-Scrap_.png)
Feeding leftover scraps to our chickens is a great way to prevent waste and provide a treat. But what about cucumbers? Are they suitable to offer and are there any benefits in doing so? This is what the research says! So, can chickens eat cucumber? Chickens can eat cucumber, and …
![Do Chickens Like To Be Petted? [What About Being Held?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Chickens-Like-To-Be-Petted_-What-About-Being-Held_.png)
Keeping chickens naturally comes with a range of duties and responsibilities. You need to meet your bird’s needs and requirements, after all. Ensuring they all remain happy, healthy, and safe is not easy; but it’s incredibly important nonetheless. But how do these birds like to be interacted with? Are they …
![Does It Hurt A Chicken To Lay An Egg? [And Signs It Might]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Does-It-Hurt-A-Chicken-To-Lay-An-Egg_-And-Signs-It-Might.png)
Keeping chickens comes with its ups and downs, and eggs are definitely a positive. For us, at least. But does this process cause any pain and distress to our birds? Is it a challenge for a chicken to lay – and do they go through any significant discomfort at any …
![How Long Do Chickens Molt And Not Lay Eggs? [When To Expect It]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Long-Do-Chickens-Molt-And-Not-Lay-Eggs_-When-To-Expect-It.png)
Molting can be quite concerning. Especially the first time you observe it in your flock. The losing of feathers and the lack of eggs are undoubtedly worrying; besides these are common symptoms in many illnesses that chickens can develop. But when is molting likely to occur, what’s the typical duration …
![Will Chickens Sleep With The Light On? [Can It Be Left On?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Will-Chickens-Sleep-With-The-Light-On_-Can-It-Be-Left-On_.png)
Installing lights in the chicken coop can provide a range of benefits for you and your flock. From providing supplemental light to improve egg production through to additional heating (depending on the type of bulb used). But can there be too much of a good thing? Should lighting be turned …
![Do Coyotes Eat Chickens? [How Vigilant Do You Need To Be?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Coyotes-Eat-Chickens_-How-Vigilant-Do-You-Need-To-Be_.png)
Coyote populations are soaring. They can be found in virtually every US state, and they have even started to move and find homes in cities. As such, any chicken keeper will naturally be concerned about their presence. But do they typically go after chickens and are they a significant danger …
![Can Chickens Stay In The Coop All Day? [Why May They Want To?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Stay-In-The-Coop-All-Day_-Why-May-They-Want-To_.png)
A coop can provide a lot of what a chicken needs. From access to warmth, food and shelter all the way through to nesting boxes to lay their eggs and roosts in which they can safely sleep. But how long can you keep your flock in their coop before problems …
![Do Chickens Eat Cockroaches? [And Attract Them To The Coop?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Chickens-Eat-Cockroaches.png)
Cockroaches in the coop. Never a good find. Regardless of whether you are squeamish or not, I think it is fair to say the cockroach is not usually very welcome. But will your birds eat them? Are there any benefits or risks of doing so? I spent some time researching …
![How Many Eggs Does A Chicken Lay In A Week? [Average To Expect]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Many-Eggs-Does-A-Chicken-Lay-In-A-Week_-Average-To-Expect.png)
A huge benefit of keeping hens is the fresh eggs that they can lay. But what can you expect from your flock per week? How many hens will you need to keep in order to collect a decent amount? I spent some time researching into the egg-laying potential of various …
![What Is A Group Of Chickens Called? [And Other Key Terms!]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/What-Is-A-Group-Of-Chickens-Called_-And-Other-Key-Terms.png)
A lot of terms can be used to describe chickens. Sometimes they are used interchangeably, sometimes correctly, sometimes not. But what is the right way to describe these birds when they are in a group? I spent some time reviewing the terminology and closely reviewing the definitions to find out …
![What Time Do Chickens Wake Up? [And When To Let Them Out]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/What-Time-Do-Chickens-Wake-Up_-And-When-To-Let-Them-Out.png)
We are all familiar with the notorious Rooster crow; the natural morning alarm clock that signifies the start of each new day. But what does this mean for your standard flock of hens? What time do chickens naturally wake up, with or without a rooster present, and what does a …
![Can Chickens Lay 2 Eggs A Day? [What Is A Realistic Amount?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Lay-2-Eggs-A-Day_-What-Is-A-Realistic-Amount_.png)
Anyone new to chicken keeping has a lot of enthusiasm for the eggs and their hens laying potential. Besides, it can be a primary reason for keeping them all together. But what is actually possible here? Is a chicken capable of laying more than one egg in a day? I …
![How Long Do Chickens Sleep? [How And Where Should They Do So?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Long-Do-Chickens-Sleep_-How-And-Where-Should-They-Do-So_.png)
Sleeping. It’s an interesting and often misunderstood aspect of chicken keeping. At least to begin with! Yet for chickens, as is the case for humans, sleep is essential for their health and well-being. We therefore must take it seriously and understand their needs and preferences. With its importance in mind, …
![Do Chickens Recognize Their Owners? [Attach Or Show Affection?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Chickens-Recognize-Their-Owners_-Attach-Or-Show-Affection_.png)
As a chicken keeper, it would be nice to know that your birds could recognize you. Especially for all of your efforts. But do chickens have this ability; can they differentiate between humans? I spent some time researching to find out! So, do chickens recognize their owners? Chickens can learn …
![How Many Times A Day Should I Feed My Chickens? [And When]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-Many-Times-A-Day-Should-I-Feed-My-Chickens_-And-When.png)
If you’re new to chicken keeping, then feeding will be an aspect of their care that you will soon need to become familiar with. Besides, nutrition is the single most important factor in ensuring your flock is healthy and happy. And the more time and care you put into feeding, …
![What Time Do Chickens Go To Bed? [Will They Go On Their Own?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/What-Time-Do-Chickens-Go-To-Bed_-Will-They-Go-On-Their-Own_.png)
When keeping chickens, you’ll want to be aware of their sleeping tendencies and preferences. Not only will this help you with your own daily schedule and routine, but it will also ensure you align with the needs of your birds – keeping them happy, healthy and safe. But what time …
![Best Bedding For Chicken Nesting Boxes [Keepers Buying Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Best-Bedding-For-Chicken-Nesting-Boxes-Keepers-Buying-Guide.png)
Bedding for nest boxes is fundamentally important. Not just for your chickens but for you as the keeper. That’s why it is so important that you use the right one. From providing a soft, comfortable and enticing surface for your hens to lay their eggs, all the way through to …
![Will Chickens Run Away? [How Far Will They Typically Wander]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Will-Chickens-Run-Away_-How-Far-Will-They-Typically-Wander.png)
Letting your chickens out to free roam for the first time can be a daunting experience. This is especially true if they are young birds, or you have a lot of open space. Its only natural to worry that they will not return. But is it likely that they will …
![Do Chicken Coops Need Windows? [How Important Are They?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Chicken-Coops-Need-Windows_-How-Important-Are-They_.png)
Whether you are looking at new coops, or contemplating constructing your own for your chickens, the topic of windows will certainly come up at some point. Do you need them? Are they considered a necessity and are there any benefits to having them? I spent some time researching to find …
![How High Can Chickens Jump? [What About With Clipped Wings?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-High-Can-Chickens-Jump_-What-About-With-Clipped-Wings_.png)
Despite being birds, chickens are not known for their flying. Instead, these birds are predominantly ground bound. Unless you have seen the film ‘Chicken Run’, of course. But in reality, how limited are they? What about jumping? Specifically, how capable are they of getting up and off the ground and …
![Can Chickens Eat Cabbage? [What The Research Says!]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cabbage_-What-The-Research-Says.png)
I must admit, I am personally not very fond of cabbage. Its that one vegetable that I’ve always left on my plate. But, passing them in the store the other day did get me thinking. Could I offer them to my chickens, would they like them, and would they be …
![Best Nest Boxes For Chickens [Buyers Guide For Keepers]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Best-Nest-Boxes-For-Chickens-Buyers-Guide-For-Keepers.png)
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. …
![How High Does A Chicken Fence Need To Be? [And The Best Types]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-High-Does-A-Chicken-Fence-Need-To-Be_-And-The-Best-Types.png)
One huge component of owning chickens is keeping them safe. We are likely to want to let our birds roam around, and if they do so freely, there is risk that they become a tasty feast for some of the larger predators. With this in mind, I wondered how tall …
![Best Chicken Feeder To Prevent Rats [Buyers Guide For Keepers]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Best-Chicken-Feeder-To-Prevent-Rats-Buyers-Guide-For-Keepers.png)
Feeding chickens comes with its joys, but having rats around is not much fun. Besides, not only can they can pose a risk to your flock by carrying disease and causing stress in your birds, but they can steal quite a bit of food. And it can be costly! Rats …
![Can Chickens Eat Asparagus? [Is This A Suitable Treat?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Asparagus_-Is-This-A-Suitable-Treat_.png)
Asparagus. It’s a bit of a strange vegetable isn’t it. Strange in shape and strange in name. But does it have a place in the diet of chickens? Can they safely eat it and is this something that you may want to proactively provide them? I spent some time researching …
![Can Chickens Eat Green Beans? [Is This Vegetable Safe?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Green-Beans_-Is-This-Vegetable-Safe_.png)
I was cooking some plain green beans the other day and upon serving, soon realized I’d done too many. It got me thinking. Could I provide the surplus to my chickens? Could they benefit my flock and is this something I could look to introduce to their diet going forward? …
![Can Chickens Eat Carrots? [Is This Root Vegetable A Good Scrap?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Carrots_-Is-This-Root-Vegetable-A-Good-Scrap_.png)
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 …
![Can Chickens Eat Pears? [Can You Offer This Fruit Whole?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Pears_-Can-You-Offer-This-Fruit-Whole_.png)
I am fortunate enough to have a pear tree on my property. While its great for the family when in season and providing 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 …
![Do Chickens Need Food And Water At Night? [Or In The Coop?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Do-Chickens-Need-Food-And-Water-At-Night_-Or-In-The-Coop_.png)
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 …
![When Do Chickens Stop Growing? [And How Big Do They Get?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/When-Do-Chickens-Stop-Growing_-And-How-Big-Do-They-Get_.png)
A common question raised by chicken keepers is when they can expect their birds to stop growing. Besides, you need to prepare sufficient space for adult birds and get to work to ensure you have everything they need. But at what age can you expect a chick to reach their …
![Do Owls Eat Chickens? [Are They A Risk To Your Flock?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Do-Owls-Eat-Chickens_-Are-They-A-Risk-To-Your-Flock_.png)
Owls may be somewhat cute; but they are birds of prey after all. They commonly reside in open landscapes where they can hunt their prey. Especially, if they have a place to nest – such as in a tree or in an outbuilding. But what about your chickens? Will they …
![Can Chickens Eat Cranberries? [Are They Are Healthy Treat?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cranberries_-Are-They-Are-Healthy-Treat_.png)
When keeping chickens, part of the fun is coming up with new treats to offer them. But what about cranberries? Are they safe or even healthy for chickens? I spent some time researching the suitability of them in your flocks diet. I’ll be sharing all that I found here tody. …
![Do Skunks Eat Chickens? [Will They Attack & Can They Kill?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Do-Skunks-Eat-Chickens_-Will-They-Attack-Can-They-Kill_.png)
As a chicken keeper, one of your primary concerns will be protecting your birds from predators. But what about skunks? Are these a threat and danger to your chickens? Will they actively seek out, attack and kill or even eat them? I spent some time researching all about these wild …
![Chicken vs Rooster [Are They The Same Or Are They Different?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Chicken-vs-Rooster-Are-They-The-Same-Or-Are-They-Different_.png)
Terminology is one of the most common areas of confusion that new chicken keepers often face. There are many terms that are used incorrectly, while others are used interchangeably. But what about chickens and roosters specifically. Are these the same thing, or are they in fact different types of bird? …
![What To Do With A Dead Chicken?[What Are Your Options?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/What-To-Do-With-A-Dead-Chicken_-What-Are-Your-Options_-1.png)
Chickens can die suddenly. Unfortunately that is just the reality of keeping chickens and one that us keepers always need to be aware of and consider. If you have found yourself in the unfortunate position where one of your birds, or several of your flock have died, then you’ll want …
![Do Minks Eat Chickens? [Are They A Danger To Your Flock?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Do-Minks-Eat-Chickens_-Are-They-A-Danger-To-Your-Flock_.png)
If you keep a flock of chickens and either live near water or have cited a mink, then naturally you may be wondering if they pose a danger to your birds. Are they a significant risk or are they less of a concern compared to other potential predators; such as …
![Do Badgers Eat Chickens? [Will They Try To Attack Your Flock]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Do-Badgers-Eat-Chickens_-Will-They-Try-To-Attack-Your-Flock.png)
If you know that you have a local population and sett (group) of badgers in your area, then you may have some concerns about the well-being, comfort and security of your chickens. But do badgers eat chickens if given the chance, or will they go out of their way to …
![Can Chickens Eat Elderberries? [They Can, But With A Catch]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Can-Chickens-Eat-Elderberries_-They-Can-But-With-A-Catch.png)
Elderberries are small dark-colored fruits that are slightly bitter and tarte and taste. So much so that they are often used to make jams and other preserves. But are they safe to feed to chickens? Do you have some spare dried that you want to feed your birds or even …
![Can Chickens Eat Olives? [Are They Healthy For Your Flock Too?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Can-Chickens-Eat-Olives_-Are-They-Healthy-For-Your-Flock-Too_.png)
Olives are recognized and routinely cited as being one of the healthiest foods you can consume. But can your chickens also benefit by eating them? Should they, or is there anything in which a chicken keeper must be aware before they attempt to offer them? I decided to research the …
![How To Keep Possums Away From Chickens [Steps You Can Take]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/How-To-Keep-Possums-Away-From-Chickens-Steps-You-Can-Take.png)
If you keep a flock of chickens, then one things you are going to need to think about is predators. Now, depending where you live, the types and kinds of predators may vary and each brings about their only level of threat, complications and the considerations you will need to …
![Can Chickens Eat Figs? [Is This Fruit A Healthy Treat?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Can-Chickens-Eat-Figs_-Is-This-Fruit-A-Healthy-Treat_.png)
Figs are interesting, small and sweet fruits that grow on trees all around the world. Chicken keepers, especially those with fig trees on their property often wonder whether their chickens can safely consume them. I wondered the same, so spent some time researching their suitability in the diet of these …
![Can Chickens Eat Kiwi? [Is This Fruit Healthy Or Even Safe?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Can-Chickens-Eat-Kiwi_-Is-This-Fruit-Healthy-Or-Even-Safe_.png)
Part of keeping a flock of chickens typically involves offering treats and scraps. A number and range of grains, vegetables and fruits can be included; but what about kiwi? Is this something you can look to offer and are there any benefits in doing so for your flock? What about …
![Can Chickens Eat Cantaloupe? [Is This Melon A Healthy Treat?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cantaloupe_-Is-This-Melon-A-Healthy-Treat_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then you will naturally wonder what other kinds of foods that they can eat outside of their pelleted feed. But what about cantaloupe? Is this specific type of melon safe to offer, healthy or even something in which you can look to provide? …
![Can Turkeys Eat Chicken Feed? [Or Should They Eat Differently?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Can-Turkeys-Eat-Chicken-Feed_-Or-Should-They-Eat-Differently_.png)
If you currently keep, or plan to keep both turkeys and chickens, you may have some questions about their diets. More specifically, you may be wondering whether turkeys can eat chicken feed and vice versa. Of course this would be more practical and economical but is it healthy for either …
If you own a flock of chickens then you will often consider the foods in which you can offer. Some vegetables make a great addition to the diet, whereas others can be harmful, toxic or are not typically enjoyed by these birds. But what about Kale? Is this a safe …
![Can Chickens Eat Beets? [Is This Vegetable Safe & Healthy?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Can-Chickens-Eat-Beets_-Is-This-Vegetable-Safe-Healthy_-.png)
Beets, or beetroot as they are also known, are usually a beautifully colored and vibrant purple. A root vegetable that is very versatile and served in many dishes. Beets are also recognized for their nutrition, laden with essential vitamins and minerals that go a long way to serving the health …
![Can Chickens Eat Dandelions? [Is This Weed Safe Or Toxic?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Can-Chickens-Eat-Dandelions_-Is-This-Weed-Safe-Or-Toxic_.png)
Chickens that are allowed to free-range have a lot more control over what they eat. These birds are known for being keen foragers and are happy and willing to eat most things they come across, even if it is not always in their best interests. For the most part, enabling …
![Can Chickens Eat Dog Food? [Is Dog Food Healthy For Hens?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Can-Chickens-Eat-Dog-Food_-Is-Dog-Food-Healthy-For-Hens_-.png)
Chickens, by and large, crave protein – and they need it in their diets too. When free ranging and foraging, protein sources include bugs, worms, and grubs. However, many chicken keepers also offers scraps that contain decent amounts of this important macro-nutrient. Thankfully, chickens are also drawn to many kinds …
![Can Chickens Eat Garlic? [Is This Herb Healthy Or Dangerous?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Can-Chickens-Eat-Garlic_-Is-This-Herb-Healthy-Or-Dangerous_.png)
Chickens are relatively easy to feed. Many of the uneaten food scraps that you leave behind after a meal, make excellent treats for your birds. Thankfully, chickens are omnivores, and many of the foods humans eat, chickens can also eat. By the same token, foods that are unhealthy for humans …
![Can Chickens Eat Lentils? [Are They Safe & Healthy To Offer?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Can-Chickens-Eat-Lentils_-Are-They-Safe-Healthy-To-Offer_.png)
Lentils are one of those foods that you always seem to have plenty of and you always seem to cook to much! So, what about providing these leftovers for your chickens? Is this safe? We know that our birds can and love to eat grains and seeds, but where do …
![Can Chickens Eat Peas? [Can You Even Feed Them Frozen?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Can-Chickens-Eat-Peas_-Can-You-Even-Feed-Them-Frozen_.png)
Chickens are tough birds that enjoy most foods; they are, after all, omnivores. Still, as a chicken keeper, you want to ensure that your birds are healthy, well-fed, and naturally, you will have lots of questions concerning nutrition. But what about peas? Can you feed these small green legumes to …
![Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower? Is This Veg A Safe Scrap?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cauliflower_-Is-This-Veg-A-Safe-Scrap_.png)
Feeding your chickens a healthy balance of nutritious foods is undoubtedly key to ensuring their optimal health and well-being. Naturally, there may be some questions about what foods can be offered to chickens as part of their diet, including some of the more common vegetables. But what about cauliflower? Is …
![Do Chickens Smell? [What Can Chicken Keepers Expect?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Do-Chickens-Smell_-What-Can-Chicken-Keepers-Expect_.png)
If you are considering keeping a flock of chickens, then one of your primary considerations will be whether they could smell. Is this something inherent to keeping chickens, or can odors be minimized, reduced or eliminated entirely? This may be a game-changer for you, as it were for me. Before …
![How Long Can Chickens Be Left Alone? [& How To Do It Safely]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/How-Long-Can-Chickens-Be-Left-Alone_-How-To-Do-It-Safely.png)
It’s understandable to feel nervous about leaving your backyard chickens unattended for any length of time, especially if you new to chicken keeping. But how long can your chickens be left alone and are there any considerations you need to be aware of? I decided to spend some time researching …
![Can Chickens Be Potty Trained? [If So, What Do You Need To Do?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Can-Chickens-Be-Potty-Trained_-If-So-What-Do-You-Need-To-Do_.png)
Keeping chickens can be messy; especially if you have a large flock and a lot of open space. Naturally, you may be wondering whether you can train your chickens to do their business in a confined area. Intrigued by the concept, I decided to spend some time looking into the …
![Do Chickens Like Music? [Do They React Or Lay More Eggs?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Do-Chickens-Like-Music_-Do-They-React-Or-Lay-More-Eggs_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, you may have considered putting some music on for them. Is this a good idea; do chickens like music and are there any particular genres that are best or should be avoided? With these questions in mind I decided to delve into the …
![Do Chickens Attract Snakes_ [Considerations For Keepers]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Do-Chickens-Attract-Snakes_-Considerations-For-Keepers.png)
Owning a flock of chickens comes with a range of considerations. Keeping them safe and healthy is one thing, but you also need to consider your property and the effect that these birds can have. But what about snakes? Does having chickens increase or even cause the likelihood of snakes; …
![Can Chickens Eat Crickets? [Is This A Safe Insect To Feed?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Can-Chickens-Eat-Crickets_-Is-This-A-Safe-Insect-To-Feed_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then you may be wondering if they can or even should consume insects like crickets. Perhaps you have a lot of wild crickets in your local area, or you have seen them online or in a store. Either way, it’s important to know …
![Are Chickens Noisy? [What Can You Expect From A Flock]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Are-Chickens-Noisy_-What-Can-You-Expect-From-A-Flock.png)
If you want to keep chickens, then one of your primary concerns may be in whether they make a lot of noise. How important this will depend on person to person, but it is useful information to know nonetheless. Intrigued, I decided to spend time researching and discussing the topic …
![Why Do Chickens Dig Holes? [And What You Can Do About It]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Why-Do-Chickens-Dig-Holes_-And-What-You-Can-Do-About-It.png)
Chickens are interesting birds. You’ll likely know this if you have ever watched your flock. They are in many ways a never-ending source of amusement. One thing that seems to baffle most chicken keepers is why digging holes seems to be an obsession with our girls. Just what is so …
![Can Chickens Eat Peppers? [What About The Different Types?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Can-Chickens-Eat-Peppers_-What-About-The-Different-Types_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then naturally you are going to want to know what scraps of fruits and vegetables you can offer them. But what about peppers? Are these safe and beneficial to feed? What about the different varieties of peppers; are some suitable whereas others are …
![What Should Be Inside A Chicken Coop? [What You Need]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/What-Should-Be-Inside-A-Chicken-Coop_-What-You-Need.png)
If you are keeping chickens at home on the homestead, or you just have a few hens to gather their eggs, you will get better results when the chickens have everything they need. If you think the answer to this question is just food and water, then you have some …
![Can Chickens Eat Blackberries? [Are These Berries Safe?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Can-Chickens-Eat-Blackberries_-Are-These-Berries-Safe_.png)
If you have blackberries growing around your backyard, naturally you will want to know whether you can feed them to your chickens. Are they beneficial to offer or are they even safe? With these questions in mind I decided to do some research. I would like to share with you …
If you own a flock of chickens, then keeping them well fed will ensure they live long and happy lives. Equally, in doing so you can expect a regular supply of more nutritious eggs. But is it possible to provide too much food for your birds and can it become …
![Can Chickens Eat Ham? [Is This Meat Safe To Offer As Scraps?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Can-Chickens-Eat-Ham_-Is-This-Meat-Safe-To-Offer-As-Scraps_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, you may be wondering whether it is safe, or even beneficial, to offer them some ham. Does ham make a good treat and can you offer this as part of their scraps? I decided to spend some time researching whether or not this …
![Can Chickens Eat Fish_ [Is It Safe To Offer Raw or Cooked_]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Can-Chickens-Eat-Fish_-Is-It-Safe-To-Offer-Raw-or-Cooked_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then you will likely want to offer them scraps and treats from time to time. But what about fish? Can you offer fish and are there any benefits in doing so? Are there specific types of fish you should offer and is there …
![Do Chickens Eat Ticks? [How To Protect Your Flock & Family]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Do-Chickens-Eat-Ticks_-How-To-Protect-Your-Flock-Family.png)
If you own a flock of chickens and also live in an area where ticks are common, you may be wondering if your birds will eat them? Equally, you may even be wondering whether this would be a good strategy for a more natural form of tick management and control. …
![Best Chicken Run Flooring [Buyers Guide For Keepers]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Best-Chicken-Run-Flooring-Buyers-Guide-For-Keepers.png)
Laying down flooring in your chicken run is an important part of keeping chickens. What material is best to use can quite confusing and a challenge; especially for those new to backyard chicken keeping. I have gained a proper understanding of the best flooring after spending the last couple of …
![Can Chickens Eat Lettuce? [Here's What Keepers Must Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Can-Chickens-Eat-Lettuce_-Heres-What-Keepers-Must-Know.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then it may have crossed your mind to feed them lettuce. But can you actually do this? Is it healthy or even beneficial to do so? What about the different lettuce varieties such as Iceberg and Romaine? Intrigued, I decided to research the …
![Can Chickens Eat Grass? [What Chicken Keepers Must Consider]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Can-Chickens-Eat-Grass_-What-Chicken-Keepers-Must-Consider.png)
If you own a flock of chickens then you may be wondering whether or not they can, or even should, eat grass. Its likely that at some point in its life your chickens will have access to grass. Perhaps you have even seen your own birds attempting to eat grass …
![Can Rabbits Live With Chickens? [Do They Get Along Together?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Can-Rabbits-Live-With-Chickens_-Do-They-Get-Along-Together_.png)
Chickens can coexist peacefully with turkeys, duck, and guinea fowl, but you may want to know if they can share a habitat with other animals – such as rabbits. If you own chickens and rabbits and are looking to introduce them to one another – you are going to want …
![Can You Raise Chickens And Turkeys Together? [The Truth]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Can-You-Raise-Chickens-And-Turkeys-Together_-The-Truth.png)
If you own chickens and/or turkeys, then it may have crossed your mind about keeping them together. Is this possible; are there any benefits to doing so or should it be strictly avoided? I decided to do some research into the topic. I would like to share my findings with …
![Can Chickens Eat Cheese? [All That An Owner Needs To Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cheese_-All-That-An-Owner-Needs-To-Know.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then naturally you are going to have some questions on what they can and cannot eat. But what about cheese? Is this safe or even preferable to feed? I decided to do some research on the topic. I would like to share with …
![Can Chickens Drink Milk? [What About Other Dairy Products?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Can-Chickens-Drink-Milk_-What-About-Other-Dairy-Products_.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then you may be wondering if they can drink milk and consume other dairy products? While these can be enjoyed by some humans, its always important to ask whether foods are safe or even beneficial to another animal, particularly a bird like a …
![Can Chickens Eat Chocolate [This Is What You NEED To Know]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Can-Chickens-Eat-Chocolate-This-Is-What-You-NEED-To-Know.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then naturally you are going to want to feed them treats and scraps from time to time. But what about chocolate? Can this be offered and are chickens able to safely consume it? What about if it is included in another food like …
![How Long Do Chickens Lay Eggs? [What Owners Can Expect]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/How-Long-Do-Chickens-Lay-Eggs_-What-Owners-Can-Expect.png)
If you are considering backyard chickens, then you will likely want to know what you can expect in terms of eggs. How often can you expect them and will your hens lay eggs throughout their lifetime? I decided to do some research into the topic to help set my own …
![How Often Should You Clean A Chicken Coop? [Owners Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/How-Often-Should-You-Clean-A-Chicken-Coop_-Owners-Guide.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then naturally you are going to want to know how often their coop will require cleaning. This information is good to know as it can set your expectations and help you to prepare and acquire all the supplies that you will need in …
![What Do You Do With Chickens In The Winter? [Owners Guide]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/What-Do-You-Do-With-Chickens-In-The-Winter_-Owners-Guide.png)
If you live in an area with harsh and cold winters, then one of your primary concerns will be looking after your chickens during this season. What options are available to you and your birds as an owner and what kind of temperatures can your birds cope with? Needing such …
![Do Chickens Attract Rats? [What Owners Must Consider]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Do-Chickens-Attract-Rats_-What-Owners-Must-Consider.png)
If you own a flock of chickens then keeping them safe will be one of your main priorities. Any pet that is left outside is going to need extra thought. When it comes to chickens predators and other vermin will be a potential concern. But what about rats? Will keeping …
![Can Chickens Eat Egg Shells? [Why Would You Want To Feed Them]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Can-Chickens-Eat-Egg-Shells_-Why-Would-You-Want-To-Feed-Them.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, one of your primary concerns will be ensuring that they get everything they need in their diets. Eggs shells are known to be high in minerals but can you feed them back to your birds? I decided to conduct some research. I would …
Keeping a flock of chickens comes with a variety of questions. A common topic for owners is regarding the emotions of these birds. Do chickens possess feelings and is this something an owner needs to take into consideration? Intrigued, I decided to conduct some research. What follows is the result …
![Do Male Chickens Lay Eggs? [Do Hens Need A Male To Lay?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Do-Male-Chickens-Lay-Eggs_-Do-Hens-Need-A-Male-To-Lay_.png)
One of the best things about keeping chickens is that they lay eggs regularly. You can roughly expect an egg per chicken per day. Eggs should be collected daily to prevent predators (like rodents) from attempting to steal them and to keep your birds laying them daily. But what about …
![Can Chickens Eat Mushrooms? [Both Wild and Store Bought?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Can-Chickens-Eat-Mushrooms_-Both-Wild-and-Store-Bought_.png)
If you are thinking about the diet of your chickens, you may have wondered about mushrooms. Are these safe to provide and are there any benefits in doing so? What about the differences between wild and cultivated store bought mushrooms? Is there a difference and what should you be aware …
![Can Chickens Eat Chicken? [Are Chickens Cannibals?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/20200303_170738_0000-768x432.png)
One of those interesting and strange questions that you may have if you own a flock of chickens is whether they can in fact eat chicken. It is well known that a chicken will feed on a variety of scraps but do they draw the line when it comes to …
![Can Chickens Eat Onions? [What About Feeding The Peels?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Can-Chickens-Eat-Onions_-What-About-Feeding-The-Peels_.png)
Owning backyard chickens comes with a whole host of questions. Especially diet related. You may be wondering whether or not chickens can safely consume onions. Is it beneficial for them to do so and is it even safe? Needing to know the answer to this question for my own flock, …
![Can Chickens Eat Spinach? [Is It Nutritious & Safe To Feed?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Spinach_-Is-It-Nutritious-Safe-To-Feed_.png)
If you are inexperienced in chicken keeping, you are probably wondering what is safe and not safe to feed your chickens. But what about spinach; is it safe and healthy to provide? So, can chickens eat spinach? Chickens can indeed eat spinach, although should do so in limited quantities and …
![How Often Do Chickens Poop? [What Can You Expect As An Owner]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/How-Often-Do-Chickens-Poop_-What-Can-You-Expect-As-An-Owner.png)
Knowing how often Chickens poop can go a long way to setting your expectations, knowing what is normal and helping you best look after your birds. Unfortunately, a natural by-product of owning any pet is their poop and the need to clean it up. To help you understand what is …
![Can Chickens Eat Avocado [You'll Be Glad You Checked!]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Avocado-Youll-Be-Glad-You-Checked.png)
Chickens are notably open when it comes to their feed. They’re willing to give a lot of different foods a try. Being omnivores, they also benefit from a varied diet and do best with a mixture of different foods. But what about Avocados? Can they be safely fed and can …
![Do Chickens Have Teeth? [How Do Chickens Eat Their Food?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Do-Chickens-Have-Teeth_-How-Do-Chickens-Eat-Their-Food_.png)
Human beings and other mammals are fortunate to have teeth; we can break down food very quickly and grind it up to pre-digest it. You may have noticed how chickens eat food and the types of food that typically make up their diet. Often it is hard. Naturally, it leads …
![Do Weasels Eat Chickens? [Will They Attack & Kill Your Birds?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Do-Weasels-Eat-Chickens_-Will-They-Attack-Kill-Your-Birds_.png)
If you have pet chickens and are aware of weasels residing in your local area, you may be concerned as to whether these pose a threat. Will a weasel attack your birds, and will they do so as a means of acquiring food? I was curious and have conducted some …
![Can Chickens Eat Cherries? [What About Offering The Pits?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Cherries_-What-About-Offering-The-Pits_.png)
If you own some pet chickens, then you’ll want to know about some of the foods you can offer safely as treats. Fruits are one such category. But what about cherries? Can you offer cherries to chickens; will they enjoy them, can they benefit from their consumption? So, can chickens …
![Can Chickens Eat Pineapple? [Is This A Safe, Healthy Treat?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Pineapple_-Is-This-A-Safe-Healthy-Treat_.png)
Chickens love to consume a range of foods and scraps. They’re not particularly fussy when it comes to eating. But what about pineapple? Is this something we should give our chickens? Is it safe to do so and will they even enjoy it? So can chickens eat pineapple? Chickens can …
![Do Chickens Need Sunlight? [Can Chickens Be Kept In The Shade?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Do-Chickens-Need-Sunlight_-Can-Chickens-Be-Kept-In-The-Shade_.png)
As a chicken owner, one of your responsibilities is ensuring they have all of their needs and requirements fulfilled. What about sunlight? How important is the sun and do chickens need or require sunlight to survive and thrive? Are there any effective substitutions for it and what are some of …
![Will Chickens Die Without A Heat Lamp? [Do You Need One?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Will-Chickens-Die-Without-A-Heat-Lamp_-Do-You-Need-One_.png)
If you own some pet chickens, then part of your responsibility as their guardian is to keep them warm and safe. But what about in extreme and colder weathers? In particular, what about heat? Do they require supplemental heating when the temperatures drop? So, will chickens die without a heat …
![How To Keep Chickens Out Of Your Yard [The Best 11 Ways]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/How-To-Keep-Chickens-Out-Of-Your-Yard-The-Best-11-Ways.png)
Owning chickens takes some careful planning and consideration otherwise they can own you! Equally, if you have a neighbor who lets their chickens free roam, and they often enter your yard as a consequence of that, you’re going to want to take back control. You need to be able to …
![Do Chickens Sleep Standing Up? [& Other Interesting Insights]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Do-Chickens-Sleep-Standing-Up_-Other-Interesting-Insights.png)
Chickens are interesting birds, and have their own unique way of living in which distinguishes them from other birds and pets. But what about their sleeping behaviors and traits? Do they take a standing position for their rest? So, do chickens sleep standing up? Chickens do not stand when they …
![Can Chickens Live Alone_ [What About Loneliness and Safety_]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Can-Chickens-Live-Alone_-What-About-Loneliness-and-Safety_.png)
Chickens are magnificent birds, they are very hardy and intelligent, and they know how to look after themselves. Anyone who owns chickens knows how they love to free-reign and go foraging, and they love to do this with other chickens. They are playful, active, and friendly creatures, and they look …
![Do Chickens Have Lips? [Let Us Put This Question To Bed]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Do-Chickens-Have-Lips_-Let-Us-Put-This-Question-To-Bed.png)
Learning about the anatomy of chickens is rather interesting. You may have some questions about what these birds do and don’t have. What about lips? Are these a body part that a chicken does posses? So, do chickens have lips? Chickens do not have lips. Instead, chickens have beaks and …
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As pet owners, it is our responsibility to keep them safe. While we want to give them the best lives possible, it can sometimes be difficult to make other animals try to understand that. Predators are one such example of potential danger. What about foxes? Do they pose a significant …
![Do Chickens Eat Slugs? [Will They And Is It Okay To Do So?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Do-Chickens-Eat-Slugs_-Will-They-And-Is-It-Safe-and-Okay_.png)
As a chicken owner, one of the things you will need to consider is what they may attempt to eat when they roam. What about slugs? Can a chicken safely consume them, or will they pay the price? Perhaps you have observed one of your chickens eating one, or maybe …
![Do Cats Attack Chickens_ [And How To Keep Your Birds Safe]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Cats-Attack-Chickens_-And-How-To-Keep-Your-Birds-Safe.png)
If you are a chicken keeper, then one of your core responsibilities is keeping your birds safe. Predators are one such example in which you need to be aware of and be vigilant. But what about cats? Do they pose a risk to your chickens and do you need to …
![Can Chickens Eat Apples? [What About The Core, Seeds & Peels?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Can-Chickens-Eat-Apples-What-About-The-Core-and-Peels_-2.png)
If you own chickens and like to feed them scraps, you may be wondering about apples. Where do these fall? (no pun intended). Can you safely feed this fruit to your chickens and will they benefit by consuming them? What about the core and the seeds which are often cited …
![Do Chickens Need Grit [If So When, Why and How To Feed]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Need-Grit-If-So-When-Why-and-How-To-Feed.png)
You have some chickens – and you’ve heard of grit. Maybe you’ve noticed bags of grit for sale that are for use by birds. But what about chickens. Do they need or will they benefit by consuming it? Are you supposed to feed them it or can it be dangerous? …
![Do Chickens Eat Mice? [Are Mice Dangerous & How To Keep Away]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Eat-Mice_-Are-Mice-Dangerous-How-To-Keep-Away.png)
If you own some chickens then you are going to want to know what they will attempt to and what they can safely eat. What about mice? Will chickens try to consume a mouse if it lands in its path? Is it safe and okay for them to do so? …
![Do Chickens Eat Rats_ [& Other Considerations For Your Flock]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Eat-Rats_-Other-Considerations-For-Your-Flock.png)
If you have pet chickens then one of your primary concerns may be regarding rats. Will a chicken attempt to eat them if they come nearby? Can these rodents cause harm to your flock and if so what you can look to do about it. These are the types of …
![Do Chickens Eat Worms_ [Earthworms vs Mealworms]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Eat-Worms_-Earthworms-vs-Mealworms.png)
If you own a flock of chickens, then you may be wondering whether or not they will attempt to eat worms they stumble across. Earthworms are abundant in rich and healthy soils so it is only natural that they will rise to the surface from time to time. Particularly in …
![Do Chickens Eat Ants? [Are These Bugs Safe For Chickens?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Eat-Ants_.png)
If you own chickens, you may notice that ants may cohabit the coop from time to time. Will, your chicken eat them? Is it safe for your chickens to do so? Wondering this myself, I decided to conduct some research on the topic. I would like to share my findings …
![Why Do Chickens Peck Holes In Their Eggs? [& What To Do]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Why-Do-Chickens-Peck-Holes-In-Their-Eggs_-What-To-Do.png)
If you own a number of chickens, you may have noticed that they have started to, or routinely, peck holes in their eggs. Why do they do this, what does it mean and are there any ways to stop it? Wondering why my chickens partake in this behavior, I since …
![Do Chickens Need Grass? [Is Grass Essential For Health]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Need-Grass_-Is-Grass-Essential-For-Health.png)
If you own some chickens then you will want to ensure that you provide them with the best environment as possible. But what about grass? Is it mandatory that you provide chickens with access to it in order for them to be healthy and to thrive? I decided to conduct …
![[Is It Safe For Them To Be Out In It]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Like-Rain-Is-It-Safe-For-Them-To-Be-Out-In-It.png)
If you own chickens, then they’ll likely be many an occasion where it rains. Can your chickens be out in it, will they like such conditions and is it even safe for them? Needing to know the answer to these kind of questions, I decided to conduct some thorough research …
![Do Chickens Fart? [Causes, Solutions & Considerations]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Do-Chickens-Fart_-Causes-Solutions-Ongoing-Management.png)
It can always be a little uncomfortable when a topic like farting comes up. Still, it is a biological process and you may be curious as to whether chickens also share this bodily function. I decided to conduct some research into the topic to help you better understand if it …
![Can Chickens Eat Popcorn? [Is This A Safe, Healthy Treat?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Can-Chickens-Eat-Popcorn_-Is-This-A-Safe-Healthy-Treat_.png)
Chickens enjoy snacking every once in a while. There are a number of tasty treats that you can give to your chickens but what about popcorn? Is this safe to feed and will it be beneficial to them if you do so? I decided to conduct some research into the …
![What Is A Fart Egg? [What Causes Them and Can You Eat Them?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/20191213_210224_0000-768x432.png)
If you have chickens, then one of the peculiar yet amusing discoveries that you may have, are fart eggs. But what are they exactly? What causes them and are they safe to eat? I decided to conduct some research into the topic. I would like to share this information with …
![Does A Chicken Run Need A Roof_ [And Other Run Considerations]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Does-A-Chicken-Run-Need-A-Roof_-And-Other-Run-Considerations.png)
If you own chickens and are considering a run, then one of the first things to consider is the design. Is a roof required? Does this serve a purpose and is it a necessity? I decided to conduct some research into the topic. I would like to share this with …
![Can Chickens Freeze To Death? [Do Coups Need To Be Heated?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Can-Chickens-Freeze-To-Death_-Do-Coups-Need-To-Be-Heated_.png)
If you own a number of chickens in your coup then some of your primary concerns will be their health, welfare and general living conditions. Can they endure the drop in temperature when the weather turns? If so, what kind of temperature can they handle and be okay in? Needing …
![Can Chickens Eat Banana? [Can This Fruit Be Fed Safely?]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Can-Chickens-Eat-Banana_-Can-This-Fruit-Be-Fed-Safely_.png)
Chickens are notoriously greedy and will eat almost anything. The question naturally follows what is actually safe and healthy to feed them? What about bananas where do these stand? I decided to conduct some research into the topic which I would like to share with you today. Knowing the important …
![Can Chickens Eat Bread [& Other Diet Considerations]](https://peteducate.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Can-Chickens-Eat-Bread-Other-Diet-Considerations.png)
If you are keeping chickens in your back yard, you may be wondering what you can and cannot feed them. What about bread? Where does this stand? Its often a staple in a humans diet but is it safe to feed this to our chickens? Having looked after several flocks …