Tagged With Chickens

Bright red cardinal bird pecking at grass seeds on a lawn, with a bird feeder in the soft-focus background

Why Do Birds Eat Grass Seed? Understanding Bird Diets and Grass Seed in Lawns

11 March 2024

Impact of birds on grass seed growth and strategies to protect seeds while supporting bird conservation and ecosystem health.

Two white chickens pecking at a corn husk in a well-kept farmyard with a wooden fence

Can Chickens Eat Corn Husks? A Guide to Feeding Your Flock Safely

9 March 2024

Feeding safety when giving corn husks to chickens, what nutrients corn husks have, and the environmental impact of using corn husks.

Buff Orpington hen pecking at green kale leaves on a sunny farmyard with wooden fence background

Can Chickens Eat Kale? Nutritional Benefits & Feeding Tips

6 March 2024

Pros and cons of feeding kale to your chickens, covering nutritional information, how often to feed it, and possible health concerns.

Beagle with a tri-color coat sniffing cooked chicken feet on a wooden table

Can Dogs Eat Chicken Feet? Health Benefits and Risks

5 March 2024

Nutritional pros and cons of giving your dog chicken feet, such as promoting joint health and improving dental health, along with safety and preparation tips.

Chickens curiously pecking at dry dog food on a farmyard with blurred barn in the background

Can Chickens Eat Dog Food? Understanding Poultry Nutrition

27 February 2024

Effects of feeding chickens dog food, including nutrient deficiencies, potential diseases, and the necessity of feeding animals the right kind of food.

Black and white chicken pecking at cauliflower pieces on a sunny farmyard

Can Chickens Eat Cauliflower? Nutritional Guide for Your Flock

19 February 2024

Benefits and tips for feeding cauliflower to your chickens, including nutritional information, serving ideas, and how to incorporate it into their diet for the best results.

Curious Rhode Island Red chicken pecking at a sliced kiwi on the ground with a farm backdrop

Can Chickens Eat Kiwi? Feeding Guidelines and Nutritional Benefits

17 February 2024

Chickens can have kiwi as an occasional treat; it's full of nutrients and antioxidants but it's high in sugar so it should be fed in small amounts.

Owner holding a lethargic baby chick with ruffled feathers on a farm

Know the Signs: How to Tell If Your Baby Chick Is Dying

17 February 2024

Important symptoms of a sick bird that is dying are weakness, loss of appetite, abnormal feces, and a lack of vocal sounds; the bird needs to be seen by a vet right away.

Rhode Island Red chicken pecking at pitted cherries on a farmyard

Can Chickens Eat Cherries? Safe Treats for Your Poultry

17 February 2024

Chickens can have cherries for some nutritional advantages, but they need to stay away from the pits because of the cyanide; make sure to keep it in moderation and mix it up.

Group of curious chickens, including a Sussex Hen, pecking at chopped zucchini in a rustic farmyard

Can Chickens Eat Zucchini? Nutritional Benefits & Feeding Tips

7 February 2024

Pros and cons of feeding your chickens zucchini, including nutritional information, how often to feed it to them, and the risk of cucurbitacin toxicity.