Do Chickens Need Grit? [If So When, Why and How To Feed]

Do Chickens Need Grit [If So When, Why and How To Feed]

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? …

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Do Chickens Eat Rats? [& Other Considerations For Your Flock]

Do Chickens Eat Rats_ [& Other Considerations For Your Flock]

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 …

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Do Chickens Eat Worms? [Earthworms vs Mealworms]

Do Chickens Eat Worms_ [Earthworms vs Mealworms]

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 …

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Do Chickens Eat Ants? [Are These Bugs Safe For Chickens?]

Do Chickens Eat Ants? [Are These Bugs Safe For Chickens?]

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 …

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Why Do Chickens Peck Holes In Their Eggs? [& What To Do]

Why Do Chickens Peck Holes In Their Eggs? [& What To Do]

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 …

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Do Chickens Need Grass? [Is Grass Essential For Health?]

Do Chickens Need Grass? [Is Grass Essential For Health]

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 …

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Do Chickens Like Rain? [Is It Safe For Them To Be Out In It?]

[Is It Safe For Them To Be Out In It]

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? This is how you are going to need to respond! So, do chickens like rain? Some chickens …

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Do Chickens Fart? [Causes, Solutions & Considerations]

Do Chickens Fart? [Causes, Solutions & Considerations]

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 …

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Can Chickens Eat Popcorn? [Is This A Safe, Healthy Treat?]

Can Chickens Eat Popcorn? [Is This A Safe, Healthy Treat?]

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 …

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What Is A Fart Egg? [What Causes Them and Can You Eat Them?]

What Is A Fart Egg? [What Causes Them and Can You Eat Them?]

If you keep chickens, then one of the peculiar yet amusing discoveries you may experience is 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 you …

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Does A Chicken Run Need A Roof? [And Other Run Considerations]

Does A Chicken Run Need A Roof_ [And Other Run Considerations]

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 …

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Can Chickens Freeze To Death? [Do Coups Need To Be Heated?]

Can Chickens Freeze To Death? [Do Coups Need To Be Heated?]

If you own a flock of chickens, then your primary concern will be ensuring 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? Here is what you need …

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Can Chickens Eat Bananas? [Can This Fruit Be Fed Safely?]

Can Chickens Eat Banana? [Can This Fruit Be Fed Safely?]

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 …

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Can Chickens Eat Bread? [& Other Diet Considerations]

Can Chickens Eat Bread [& Other Diet Considerations]

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 …

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