Backyard Chicken Keeping

Backyard Chicken Keeping We're dedicated to raising strong, healthy, and happy birds through science and innovation.

11/24/2025

We're on the Thanksgiving countdown this week, and that means we're thinking about all the delicious eats and family time in our future! Dr. Mikayla is here with a few tips on making sure our flocks don't over-indulge during the holidays.

11/22/2025

Even though backyard birds can find some real treasures when foraging through fallen leaves, there are some risks to leaving the leaves on the ground, such as mold and bacteria exposure or possible foot health issues.

Giving your flock a probiotic supplement can help reduce the risk of digestive challenges during a change of foraging conditions. Thrive is easy to use and can be added to your flock's food or water!

11/21/2025

Chickens spend about 50% of their waking hours foraging. Fall means more leaves are in the run and yard, which has a direct impact on foraging for backyard flocks! Dr. Mikayla shares about how leaves on the ground affect how our birds forage.

Watch the full video on Youtube to learn more: https://youtu.be/EIW5w0motRg!

11/17/2025

When it comes to training chickens, the earlier you start, the better. But if you have an older flock, it's not too late, especially if you have some tasty treats they love!

What are your flock's favorite treats?

11/16/2025

Did you know you can train chickens to peck at certain food colors?

Tell us in the comment if your flock has a favorite food!

11/15/2025

Dr. Mikayla is sharing some simple training you can do with your flock this week. In today's reel, you can train your chickens to avoid certain areas like a garden or anywhere you don't want them to forage.

11/14/2025

We're talking TRAINING CHICKENS. The most useful trick to teach your chickens is to come when they are called. This one is easy, but essential for chicken keepers - just always bring a treat when you visit the coop.

11/02/2025

If you have backyard chickens, your flock may have an encounter with a predator at some point. Dr. Mikayla shares some tips to protect your flock in this video, whether you are making the coop more secure or treating your birds if they have had a predator attack.

11/01/2025

Opossums and skunks are another type of nocturnal chicken predators. They don't typically attack adult chickens, but can prey on vulnerable birds, chicks, or steal eggs.

10/31/2025

Coyotes are another common chicken predator, and they usually hunt in the evening or at night. They can jump over or dig under the run to access backyard birds.

10/29/2025

Birds of prey like hawks and owls are common threats to a backyard flock. Hawks attack during the day, and owls usually attack at night.

We're sharing about common chicken predators all week - follow along or watch the full video on our Youtube channel.

10/28/2025

Foxes are quick hunters, and you may find them around the chicken coop during the day or the night! We're highlighting the top chicken predators all week. Tell us in the comments if you've ever had to deal with a fox around your coop!

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Salisbury, MD
21804

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