Balancing Corporate & Homesteading Lifestyles
First Aid Kit For Chicks & Chickens
Bringing home baby chicks is exciting! But these tiny, delicate creatures need extra care, especially in their first weeks. Chicks are more vulnerable than adult chickens. Illness, injury, and sudden health issues can happen fast. A first aid kit before they arrive ensures you’re…
Imprinting: How Chicks Recognize Their Mother & Siblings After Hatching
One of the most fascinating behaviors in baby chicks is their ability to imprint shortly after hatching. This instinctive process helps them recognize their mother, siblings, and even their human caretakers in some cases. Imprinting is crucial for survival, ensuring that chicks bond with…
The Worm Whisperer’s Woes: A Lesson in Snacking Safely
By Cluck Kent, Flock Safety Reporter Hey there, flock followers! It’s me again—Cluck Kent, the brave, the bold, the always-hungry backyard superhero. Today’s adventure? A daring snack gone slightly fowl. The Incident: The Forbidden Feast The sun was shining, the dirt was soft, and…
The Case of the Mysterious Mudprints
Cluck Kent’s Biosecurity Blunders By Cluck Kent, Flock Safety Reporter Hey there, flock fans! It’s me, Cluck Kent, your friendly neighborhood feathered superhero. I spend my days patrolling the backyard, scratching for justice, and—apparently—making a few biosecurity bloopers along the way. Who knew saving…
Honey: Raw vs Processed
Honey is one of nature’s most incredible superfoods, known for its immune-boosting, antibacterial, and antioxidant-rich properties. But did you know that most store-bought honey is heavily processed, stripping away many of its natural benefits? Let’s break down the key differences between raw and processed…
Mushrooms For Flock Health
Mushrooms can support immune health in chickens, just like in humans. Certain medicinal mushrooms contain beta-glucans, antioxidants, and immune-modulating compounds that can help enhance disease resistance, reduce stress, and promote overall poultry health. Below are some of the best mushrooms for boosting your flock’s…
Magic Shoe Puddles
By Cluck Kent, Flock Safety Reporter Listen up, humans. You stomp around out there—feed stores, public parks, maybe even other chicken coops—then waltz right into our home like you own the place. Ever stop to think about what’s riding in on those dirty boots…
Sick Bay: A Flock Must-Have
Listen up, humans. I know you like to think your flock is invincible, but let me tell you—disaster can strike at any moment. One day, everyone’s happily pecking away at their feed, and the next… BAM! A mysterious sneeze. A limp. A weird-looking poop….
Breaking Shells: A Chick’s First Day on Earth
By Cluck Kent, Flock Safety Reporter Listen up, humans. You think your first day was tough? Try waking up in complete darkness, trapped in a tiny, air-tight space, with nothing but your own beak and sheer willpower to get out. That’s right—I’m talking about…
Rainy Days & Chicken Colds: The Muddy Fiasco I Heard About
By: Cluck Kent, Official Flock Safety Reporter Now, before we get into this, let me make one thing clear: this did NOT happen in our coop. Oh no, our run is pristine, our perches are dry, and our humans know better than to let…
