Balancing Corporate & Homesteading Lifestyles
The Unwanted & Abandoned
This photo imparts two important lessons: firstly, this unfortunate rooster was left in a park during cold weather, discarded and forsaken as if he were mere refuse. Thankfully, a compassionate individual noticed him, rescued him, and gave him a new home. The blackened areas…
Roo-tastic Revelations: Navigating Rooster Puberty & Hormones
As the guardians of our feathered flocks, witnessing our roosters transition from chirpy chicks to full-fledged guardians of the coop is both fascinating and, at times, challenging. This crucial phase, known as rooster puberty, marks a significant turning point not only in their physical…
Companion Planting Guide
Companion planting is an age-old gardening practice that involves pairing plants for mutual benefit. It’s an organic way to enhance your garden’s health and productivity. Here is a guide to get you started. Comprehensive Companion Planting Guide 1. Tomatoes Companions: Basil, marigolds, carrots, lettuce,…
Understanding the Risks of Using Vaseline on Chicken Combs for Frostbite
When it comes to protecting chickens from frostbite, particularly in their combs and wattles, there’s a common misconception that Vaseline (petroleum jelly) is a suitable preventive measure. However, more recent understanding and best practices suggest that Vaseline may not be the best option for…
Ayam Cemani
The Ayam Cemani: A Fascinating and Unique Breed The Ayam Cemani, often referred to as the “Lamborghini of poultry,” is one of the most unique and striking chicken breeds in the world. Originating from Indonesia, this breed is renowned for its all-black appearance, which…
Pita Pinta Asturiana
The Pita Pinta Chicken The Pita Pinta, a distinctive and relatively rare breed of chicken, holds a special place in the hearts of poultry enthusiasts. We are very excited to have a Pita Pinta rooster in our flock, Mr Melody. The Pita Pinta, with…
The Protective Instinct Of Roosters
Roosters possess a strong and innate protective instinct, which plays a crucial role in the dynamics of a chicken flock. This instinct is a fascinating aspect of their behavior and has several key elements: Guardian of the Flock: Roosters are naturally inclined to act…
Roosters: Resources For Peaceful Coexistence With Your Rooster
Living with a rooster transforms the rhythm of a homestead, infusing each day with the spirited personality of these feathered leaders. The crowing at dawn becomes a familiar melody, a natural alarm that signals the awakening of the farm. Beyond their role as timekeepers,…
Made With Love By the Weekend Homesteaders
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Let’s Talk Rooster
This is my rooster Storm, a Silver Deathlayer. At the time of writing, he is about 8 months old. I won’t go into the story of getting him (I’ll save that for another day). I wanted a Deathlayer roo, and was happy to hatch…
