Balancing Corporate & Homesteading Lifestyles
Deathlayers: Westfalische Totleger
The Deathlayer Chicken The Deathlayer chicken, known formally as the Westfalische Totleger, is a breed with a name as intriguing as its history. At C&C Homestead, we are excited to have this unique breed in our flock. Our goal is to not only create…
Healthy Herbs For Chickens: Rosemary
Rosemary is an excellent herb for chickens, offering several benefits: Respiratory Health: Rosemary can help improve respiratory health in chickens. Its strong aroma is known to clear nasal passages and aid in respiratory wellness. Pest Repellent: The strong scent of rosemary is a natural…
Coop Winter Weatherproofing Tips
Weatherproofing your chicken coop is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it ensures the health and comfort of your chickens. Exposure to extreme temperatures, be it scorching summer heat or freezing winter cold, can lead to stress, reduced egg production, and even health issues like…
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…
Dominance And Roosters
Dominance, especially in the form of aggressive behavior, is not an effective or recommended approach when dealing with chickens. Unlike some other animals, using dominance as a means of control or training can lead to various issues in a flock. Here’s why dominance doesn’t…
Taming The Storm 10/13/23
Meet Storm, my young Deathlayer rooster and a little fireball. I hatched him in April and he was a sweetheart … he was a sweetheart up until his girls started laying. One day, I went in his run with my granddaughter and he charged…
Eggs & Incubator Photo Gallery
Eggs & Incubator: The joy of hatching chicks is a magical experience that unfolds like a story of new beginnings. From the anticipation of the first cracks in the eggshell to the moment a tiny, chirping ball of fluff emerges, the journey is nothing…
Eggs: US vs European Standards
Here in the US, we buy our clean refrigerated eggs from the grocery … but Europe is very different. There are no regulations for cleaning and the eggs are stored at room temperature. Both methods are designed to prevent salmonella but the strategies are…
Growing Sprouts: A Flock Favorite
With the winter cold coming and no more grass until spring, I like to provide my flock with sprouts throughout the winter. Wheat berries are one of their favorites! These are one well-balanced and nutritious food to include in a chicken’s daily diet! Here’s…
How NOT To Build A Chicken Coop
Learn from my mistakes … how NOT to build and plan a chicken coop. I’ve been wanting chickens for a few years and it took me about that long to convince my husband that we needed, or in other words, that I wanted them….
