by Janet Garman | Feb 20, 2023 | Ducklings, Ducks, Guest Articles, Janet Garman, Waterfowl
Baby ducks are cuter than a bug’s ear, but what should ducklings eat? There are many commercial products available that will meet the nutritional needs of ducklings. However, you must also take into consideration how to support optimal bone growth in your baby ducks...
by Cassidy Cornell | Jan 23, 2023 | Backyard Chickens, Backyard Poultry, Cassidy Cornell, Guest Articles, Production Breeds
It’s no secret that I love chickens. My job? Chicken related. My backyard? Full of chickens. My favorite topic of conversation? Yes, chickens. I love all the breeds, all the sizes, all the purposes, all the personalities. I am a true chicken lady at heart. ...
by McMurray Staff | Sep 27, 2022 | Backyard Chickens, Chicken Coops, Chickens, Guest Articles, Predator Control
There are a variety of snakes you may come across in your chicken coop, though some species may be more welcome than others. There are thousands of different species of snakes, each with unique adaptations. Learning more about them can be a rewarding endeavor for you...
by Cassidy Cornell | Aug 26, 2022 | Baby Chicks, Backyard Chickens, Cassidy Cornell, Chicken Breeds, Chickens, Guest Articles, Raising Chickens
I raised my first batch of chicks in the dead of winter, and looking back, it was not one of my best ideas. I’m sure that early season chicks are a phenomenal option for those living in more temperate climates, but in eastern Washington, we get a lot of snow for far...
by McMurray Staff | Aug 17, 2022 | Baby Chicks, Chickens, Featured, Interviews, Raising Chickens
Are you thinking about keeping chickens? Is this your first time ordering day-old baby chicks? While baby chicks are cute and fluffy, it can also be stressful for first-timers. To help alleviate any fears or stress, we asked five experts for their top chick tips for...
