Flock & Pet Guides

Silkie, Rhode Island Red, and Brahma chickens together in a coop — guide to introducing new birds to a flock

Introducing New Birds to an Existing Flock: How...

Adding new birds to an established flock takes patience and the right setup. Learn how to quarantine, use the “see but don’t touch” method, time the introduction, and set up...

Introducing New Birds to an Existing Flock: How...

Adding new birds to an established flock takes patience and the right setup. Learn how to quarantine, use the “see but don’t touch” method, time the introduction, and set up...

Clean chicken coop interior — parasite prevention guide for backyard flocks

Parasite Prevention in Chicken Coops: How to Pr...

Mites, lice, and worms are among the most common challenges backyard chicken keepers face — but with the right routine, they’re highly preventable. Learn how to spot the signs, prevent...

Parasite Prevention in Chicken Coops: How to Pr...

Mites, lice, and worms are among the most common challenges backyard chicken keepers face — but with the right routine, they’re highly preventable. Learn how to spot the signs, prevent...

Young chicks transitioning to outdoor coop — Minnesota backyard chicken guide

When Can Chicks Move Outside? A Minnesota Keepe...

Chicks are ready to move outside between 6–8 weeks of age — but in Minnesota, timing and temperature matter just as much as age. Here’s how to transition your flock...

When Can Chicks Move Outside? A Minnesota Keepe...

Chicks are ready to move outside between 6–8 weeks of age — but in Minnesota, timing and temperature matter just as much as age. Here’s how to transition your flock...

Day-old chicks in a brooder setup with heat lamp — backyard chicken starter guide

Brooder Setup for Day-Old Chicks: Everything Yo...

Setting up a brooder correctly is the most important thing you can do for day-old chicks. From heat sources to bedding to feed, here’s everything you need for a strong,...

Brooder Setup for Day-Old Chicks: Everything Yo...

Setting up a brooder correctly is the most important thing you can do for day-old chicks. From heat sources to bedding to feed, here’s everything you need for a strong,...

Chicken feathers on the ground during molt season — backyard flock molting guide

Molting 101: What It Is and How to Support Your...

Molting is a normal — if sometimes alarming — part of every chicken’s year. Learn what to expect, why egg production drops, and how to support your flock with the...

Molting 101: What It Is and How to Support Your...

Molting is a normal — if sometimes alarming — part of every chicken’s year. Learn what to expect, why egg production drops, and how to support your flock with the...

Chicken eating feed from a feeder — backyard poultry nutrition guide

What to Feed Chickens at Every Life Stage

From day-old chick to productive layer, learn exactly what to feed your flock at every life stage — protein levels, feed types, calcium needs, and when to switch. Shop locally...

What to Feed Chickens at Every Life Stage

From day-old chick to productive layer, learn exactly what to feed your flock at every life stage — protein levels, feed types, calcium needs, and when to switch. Shop locally...