Are you ready to add some feathered friends to your family? At Valley Hatchery, we’ve handpicked the top 5 friendly chicken breeds that are perfect for creating unforgettable moments with your loved ones. These charming birds offer a delightful blend of personalities, and we’re excited to introduce them to you: 1. Silkie Bantam Chickens: Silkie …
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As the world of backyard chicken keeping continues to grow in popularity, so does the fascination with the wide array of chicken breeds available. Among the most captivating are Easter Eggers and Ameraucanas, each boasting their unique charm and colorful eggs. However, navigating the distinctions between these breeds can be as tricky as unscrambling an …
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Managing Scissor Beak in Chickens and Chicks: A Guide for Poultry Owners Scissor beak, also known as cross beak, is a condition that affects chickens and baby chicks. It is characterized by an abnormal alignment of the upper and lower beak, causing them to cross over each other. This condition can hinder a bird’s ability …
So, you find yourself with a rooster and you’re starting to wonder if you better brush up on your sprint or if you can figure out how to live in harmony with this majestic, and sometimes temperamental, alarm clock. While I can’t guarantee that you can tame any terrorizing rooster, there are some ways to …
Wry Neck in Chickens: What is it? Causes, treatment and prevention Wry neck, also known as torticollis, twisted neck, or stargazing, is a surprisingly common condition amongst chickens and other poultry. It is particularly a problem for young chicks. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and if left untreated, wry neck has the potential …
I feel like this is the question that literally no one is asking and yet, there are times in the chicken tending journey where the thought inevitably crosses our minds … Should I get a rooster? Or, if you weren’t proactively considering whether or not you should get a rooster, you may be in a …
6 Quick Tips for Keeping Chickens Warm and Healthy in the Winter Winter can be a challenging time for chicken owners, not being prepared for cold weather can pose a number of risks to your flock. It’s important to properly care for your chickens during this time to ensure their health and well-being. Here are …
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We all know the battle cry that happens every year: “Spring Chicks Are Here!” Raising a spring hatch of little chicks has its benefits, namely, *loads* of hens laying eggs and warmer weather in which to grow up. But in much of the U.S. there is actually plenty of time on the calendar for September …
What?! Chicks are loveable and adorable and just so sweet! How can chicks be no fun? Find out…
If you’re a chicken owner, then you should be aware of the dangers of coccidiosis. This deadly disease can affect both chickens and other animals and can often be fatal. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what coccidiosis is, how to recognize the symptoms, and how to treat it. We’ll also discuss …
