Cochin chickens are sweet fluffy balls that beg to stay on your lap for a quick cuddle. They are popular pet chickens, and people have been referring to them as head-to-toe feathers. As the name suggests, Cochin chickens are fluffy, beautifully feathered chicken, and everyone that comes across one will compliment how cuddly they look. … Read more

Building up your flock of chickens can be challenging if you do not understand the breeds. If you are looking for beneficial and easy-to-care-for breeds, the Ameraucana breed should be on top of your list.  It made its appearance in the 1970s, which means its unique and relatively new among other breeds. While it may … Read more

The Orpington chicken is considered one of the most attractive chickens. It comes in rich colors, features soft contours standing out from most other breeds. More and more people have warmed up to the idea of keeping them as backyard chickens, and this has resulted in a growth in popularity. If you are looking for … Read more

Maybe dogs are man’s best friends, but chickens are also very sensitive animals and can be great pals. They are emotional and caring.  Sometimes they are very chatty and noisy, but that is only because they are in awe with everything they see (don’t ask me how I know that, I have my sources). All … Read more

If you are trying to familiarize yourself with the world of keeping chicken, probably one of the questions you have is how long chickens live. In normal circumstances, a chicken can live between five and ten years. However, different breeds have dramatically different lifespans. Several factors affect the lifespan of chickens, and these vary across … Read more

A little moody, Wyandotte chickens are such a beauty to keep in your backyard. They are popular, not just because of the beauty but also because of their incredible laying capability. They make good mothers hence an excellent choice to keep if you want to build your backyard flock. Wyandotte chickens make great pets and … Read more

Plymouth Rock is one of the most popular breeds of chicken in the United States. In the past during World War 2, this breed was the nation’s main source of chicken and eggs. And ever since, it has grown in numbers all over the country. As a dual-purpose breed, it has earned its popularity as … Read more

There is a species of snakes, rat snakes that hang around chicken coops and this is why they are called chicken snakes. These snakes feed of rats and mice, but when there is a food shortage, they look for something else to eat, like eggs and poultry. Rat snakes are non-venomous and usually non-aggressive that … Read more

Are you looking to add some personality and beauty in your flock? Polish chicken might be what you are looking for. These chicken are quirky, fun, and friendly, making them a great addition to any flock. Is it just about the vibrant personality and beauty? Well, no, Polish chickens have more to offer. The unique … Read more

Starting a flock and looking to add some color? Maybe a black chicken together with other breeds could be what you are looking for. While your primary aim would be to find breeds with tasty meat or bountiful baskets of eggs, you might want to consider the color of the chicken. White, red, and gray … Read more