Flock & Pet Guides

The Best Dual-Purpose Duck Breeds for Backyard Flocks

The Best Dual-Purpose Duck Breeds for Backyard ...

When most backyard keepers think "dual-purpose bird," chickens come to mind first — and for good reason. Breeds like the Barred Rock, Rhode Island Red, and Sussex have long been...

The Best Dual-Purpose Duck Breeds for Backyard ...

When most backyard keepers think "dual-purpose bird," chickens come to mind first — and for good reason. Breeds like the Barred Rock, Rhode Island Red, and Sussex have long been...

The Best Duck Breeds for Backyard Flocks (And What to Feed Them)

The Best Duck Breeds for Backyard Flocks (And W...

Thinking about adding ducks to your backyard flock? You're not alone. Ducks are hardy, personable, and surprisingly low-maintenance — but choosing the right breed makes all the difference. Whether you're...

The Best Duck Breeds for Backyard Flocks (And W...

Thinking about adding ducks to your backyard flock? You're not alone. Ducks are hardy, personable, and surprisingly low-maintenance — but choosing the right breed makes all the difference. Whether you're...

A Beginner's Guide to Starting Your First Duck Flock

A Beginner's Guide to Starting Your First Duck ...

If you're thinking about adding ducks to your backyard, you're not alone — ducks are having a moment. They're personable, excellent foragers, and lay consistently through seasons when chickens slow...

A Beginner's Guide to Starting Your First Duck ...

If you're thinking about adding ducks to your backyard, you're not alone — ducks are having a moment. They're personable, excellent foragers, and lay consistently through seasons when chickens slow...

Duck & Goose Brooding Guide for Twin Cities Keepers

Duck & Goose Brooding Guide for Twin Cities Kee...

Ducklings and goslings are some of the most entertaining birds you can raise — and some of the messiest. If you're brooding waterfowl for the first time, know this upfront:...

Duck & Goose Brooding Guide for Twin Cities Kee...

Ducklings and goslings are some of the most entertaining birds you can raise — and some of the messiest. If you're brooding waterfowl for the first time, know this upfront:...

Ducks and chickens sharing a backyard flock — mixed poultry keeping guide

Raising Ducks and Chickens Together: What You N...

Ducks and chickens can share a flock — but they have different needs when it comes to feed, water, housing, and behavior. Here's what you need to know to make...

Raising Ducks and Chickens Together: What You N...

Ducks and chickens can share a flock — but they have different needs when it comes to feed, water, housing, and behavior. Here's what you need to know to make...

Poultry grit in a dish next to backyard chickens — why chickens need grit for digestion

Grit 101: Why Your Chickens Need It and How to ...

Chickens don't have teeth — they rely on grit stored in their gizzard to grind food. Learn why grit is essential, which size to use, how it differs from oyster...

Grit 101: Why Your Chickens Need It and How to ...

Chickens don't have teeth — they rely on grit stored in their gizzard to grind food. Learn why grit is essential, which size to use, how it differs from oyster...