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Hi, I’m Alex!

I’ve been around chickens most of my life, and in that time I’ve picked up a thing or two about what it takes to raise chickens for eggs successfully. I’ll be sharing that experience here, please enjoy!

Do Chickens Go Through Menopause?

Almost all animals that live to an older age may go through changes, but do hens go through a noticeable menopause – or, to be clever – ‘henopause’? The simple answer is, “Yes,” but there are a lot of factors to take into account when determining when the henopause will happen. Here we’ll explore a […]

Which Animals Protect Chickens From Foxes?

Foxes are a perennial problem for anyone who keeps poultry. If you’ve ever lost chickens to foxes you’ll know how heart wrenching it can be, so taking all necessary precautions against fox attack is near to the top of the list of things to do when first planning to keep chickens. There are of course […]

Are Chickens Safe From Foxes During The Day?

When you’re taking care of chickens in your backyard, there are plenty of things you need to worry about; from their preferred food, to the unpleasant possibility of illnesses. But besides all that, there’s another practical issue to keep in mind – their safety. Depending on your location, there are more than a few chicken […]

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