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What To Feed Your Chickens – FAQ – Health and Behavior

...wants from sunup to sundown.   Oyster Shell and Grit Even though the commercial feed contains calcium, it is good to provide another source. Coarsely broken up oyster shell is the most easily absorbed form (even better than finely-ground.) I put it in a rabbit feed hopper, which keeps it tidy and prevents waste. Chickens also need grit – tiny rocks- that the hens need so that their gizzards can grind up food. Without grit, digestion is slowed and the hens are less efficient at extracting nutrients from feed. Like oyster shell, grit should be offered free choice.   Vegetables,...

Sweet Bell Pepper Tart With Eggs – Recipes

...It’s similar to creme fraiche, which is a rich sour cream-like product. Either work here. This recipe is topped with eggs from my hens. This is an indulgence worth eating! Sweet Bell Pepper Tarts with Eggs 1 sheet (8 ounces) puff pastry, defrosted 1 or 2 sweet bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (or creme fraiche) 2 eggs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for dusting 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley 1. Sauté the bell peppers and shallots in the olive oil until...

Rewards, Not Threats – HenBlog – Friday, February 5, 2016

...as loudly as he could that he is afraid of the pain that inevitably happens when the girth is tightened: Pinned ears. Wrinkled nose. Grinding teeth. Whites of the eyes showing. Head up and tense. Although his current saddle has been fit properly by a professional, Lucky has a long history of pain. It’s not enough that his tack no longer hurts. Now he has to trust that things are truly different. Lucky is lucky. Laura is as kind as they come. But, by the time she got him, Lucky didn’t just threaten with those pinned ears, he bit. She...

Dirt Clumps For Chicks – HenBlog – Wednesday, April 10, 2013

...Broody Judy has always been the free spirited one of the bunch. She went broody the first time at 7 months. One night when we went out to close the run and coop, she wasn't there... We searched high and low and finally found her at age 7mo under a low lying tree branch with 18 eggs she had been hiding. She's the smallest of my flock and just generally the grouchy one, although with humans she's always been extremely friendly - like a lap dog. Big Iggy is the largest bird (Barred Rock) and has he own language, She...

Chicken Bedtime – HenBlog – Monday, June 17, 2013

...would have to use would let them out of the coop. Do you think they wiil eventually roost? Would it be a bad thing to leave a bright nitelite on all night long? Lynda This was very timely for me! My baby (12 weeks old now) bantams have been integrated into the flock finally and except for a few pecks here and there they have been pretty well accepted, except for one hen crabby hen. They get chased a lot and hid under the coop frequently during the day, but so far (8 days into it) there has been no...

Feather Picking – HenBlog – Wednesday, February 5, 2014

...cam.) For awhile now I’ve noticed that Owly’s neck feathers have been looking sparse. I didn’t worry much about this. There are no bare or red areas, and everyone else is in good plumage. But, over the last few days, as I’ve reintegrated Beulah into the group, I’ve been watching flock dynamics closely and I haven’t liked what I’ve seen. I observed that the dominant hen, Misty, is a confirmed feather picker and eater. I watched as she walked up to Owly, pecked a feather off of Owly’s neck, and ate it whole. Owly as much as offered her the...

A Sticky Situation – HenBlog – Wednesday, May 30, 2012

...ribbons. I hang them up high, and, I thought, out of the way, where the hens, being fat and not exactly agile and aerodynamic, never go. Perhaps there was a large, buzzing horsefly that was just too tempting for a curious and hungry Speckled Sussex. I’ll never know. What I do know is that it took quite a bit of careful snipping to remove the sticky strip. Florence was shorn of quite a bit of her fluffy under-feathers. I carefully clipped at her wings. A pile of feathers fell at my feet. Surprisingly, she looks no worse for her adventure....

Noisy World – HenBlog – Friday, February 18, 2011

It is a very noisy world. I knew this, but since, for the last thirty-five years I’ve been slowly, gradually losing my hearing, sounds slipped away until I didn’t realize they were gone. In December I got a cochlear implant and last month it was turned on. My brain is being bombarded by electrical stimulation directly on the auditory nerve. Thankfully, it’s choosing to tell me what it’s hearing a little bit at a time. Tick-tick-tick-tick. When I’m in the hallway, there’s a noise. It starts and stops when I start and stop. Is it something I’m wearing? No, it’s...

Saved by the Spa Treatment – HenBlog – Monday, March 9, 2015

...at that :) Terry Golson Amy, some people do send me coffee, or carrots, or peanuts, "just because." I appreciate it. The hosting fees for this site cost several thousand dollars a year, and that doesn't cover the new cameras that I need to purchase. Writing my blog and helping people with their backyard chickens is my full-time job. I piece together a living doing public presentations, getting a bit of advertising revenue, my books, and yes, by answering questions. I prefer to answer questions privately not only to keep my blogs tightly on topic, but because it's the only...

Combining Two Mature Flocks – HenBlog – Monday, March 21, 2011

...her with the corn. I used only a tiny bit at a time. I didn’t want them to get full too quickly. I kept them busy hurrying here and there for the treats. It helps to know your chickens well. I could read their body language and interrupt aggression before it happened. The only hens that went beyond a ruffling of feathers were Lulu and Maizie. I had to physically separate them three times. Each time I picked up Lulu and calmed her down. Hens don’t have a long attention span. Within moments she forgot the tiff and wanted to...

A Busy Morning – HenBlog – Tuesday, March 16, 2010

...but people just knew to cook eggs properly and not feed undercooked eggs to invalids or pregnant women (as I was taught at school). Unless your flock is more than 50-strong you don't need to register with DEFRA (Dept of Environment, food and rural affairs) and therefore don't need to be tested, but can only sell eggs to the end-user. So me selling mine at the gate is fine, but I can't supply the local shop. I think only AI and Newcastle disease are 'notifiable' here in the UK. Terry Golson I didn't realize that DEFRA was only for the...

How To Dry Basil In The Microwave – HenBlog – Monday, August 26, 2013

...shelves, they don't get crushed. I really like throwing them in on top of soups and sauces this way. Mine never turns black. P.S. Also very excited about colorful eggs!!! Happy day. jennifer bevins Bless you, Terry. jennifer bevins Owly in the hot seat now. Hope she gives you a blue or pink egg. Wonder if they practice before they actually lay? Jaye How funny. I have read that leghorns rarely go broody. I guess Betsy didn't get that memo. :-) I'll bet that rubbery egg was a practice egg from one of your Ameraucanas - I've seen both of...

Clueless Dog Owners – HenBlog – Sunday, July 11, 2010

...a patch of the road. I’ve got a decorative split rail fence there, not for Lily, but to let passer-bys know that the backyard is off-limits (amazing how people will see the coop and just come right on over as if this is a petting zoo). There’s a “beware of dog” sign hanging on the fence. Lily is not always friendly to people or other dogs. It sounds secure. Right? But today was one of those days when I wish I’d put in a solid fence. This afternoon Good Farm Dog Lily let me know that something was wrong. I...

Homemade Horseradish Sauce – HenBlog – Wednesday, April 10, 2013

...pasta salad. It's not enough to identify easily but makes it taste bright and fresh. Lesley S Would the goats eat the root as well? It would put fire in their diapers...if they wore them. :) Joanna We love horseradish (fabulous on hard boiled eggs) and have some growing in a small bed. Usually my husband takes on the pungent task of processing the root and mixing it with vinegar, salt and a bit of sugar (we don't usually use beet). We then freeze jars of it for later use. Freezing it results in a small reduction of the "kick,"...

Is It Cooked? – HenBlog – Sunday, September 13, 2009

...asked him where the eggs were. He said, “in the fridge with the other ones, like you told me to.” After a bit of searching, I realized he’d put the freshly laid eggs in the bowl with the hard-cooked ones. Now how was I going to tell which was which? My morning routine is to eat a hard-cooked egg, first thing. I’m usually still half-asleep at 6:30. The jolt of protein helps. I cook up a big batch once a week. I didn’t want to wake up to a raw egg. From the outside, they look the same. How to...

The Weather – HenBlog – Monday, January 18, 2010

Wendy Scott & Family Wish we would get some white stuff. Today we've had high winds, rain and 56 degrees. Our "girls" hens will do just about anything for our "kissing" sound and a little bit of scratch candy. Ken from a foggy St Louis At least your hawk netting is holding up. Mine usually gives way under the wet snow. Did you take a broom to it and give it a good whack to release it? Randy Sorry about the snow. It's gonna be in the 60's here today. I'd love a goat or two. Maybe one day. We...

Corn Eating Styles – HenBlog – Wednesday, August 6, 2014

...When I take him out to graze, he barely moves.   He mows down on the grass that is, literally, right in front of his nose.   The goats, of course, are another story. They rip up the grass with enthusiasm. (Did you know that goats only have bottom teeth in the front, none on top? But there is a hard gum line. You don’t want to get your fingers bit by a goat.)   The goats take their time to look around and chew.   There might be some talking.   And the grass is always greener somewhere else....

The Chickens Garden – HenBlog – Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Bobbie Hard working gals they are! Is that Etheldred in photo 2? Pearl looks so busy you can't see her head hardly at all, she looks like a fluffy tumbleweed! Did you bottle/can a portion of your bumper crop of Butternut squash? For myself I just eat all the fresh veggies I can then I just yearn for them until the next crop. Natalie, the Chickenblogger Lovely, lovely chicas! Magic Cochin Fluffy bottoms and scratching feet! I love watching hens gardening. I've just had squash soup for lunch - added a large spoonful of salt-free peanut butter and some Japenese...

Egg Smashing, Egg Eating, Broody Hen – HenBlog – Friday, June 10, 2011

...some this spring in with a mix of Wyandottes, and got two...which have turned out to be the smallest bantam leghorns I've ever seen. One is named Pearl, and is already sprouting that gorgeous leghorn banner of a tail. The other, named Peanuts, is still half Pearl's size; though healthy and developing properly, she is a true miniature. Eggs the size of acorns later on, I think! The girls are totally not true to type, but they are welcomed most happily into my flock! Leghorns have gotten a bad reputation, which has only come from industrial abuse of this lovely...

Pasty Butt – HenBlog – Wednesday, April 17, 2013

...poultry keeper. I looked through 24 books. Not a one mentioned pasty butt. Nor blocked vent. Is this a new disease? Or are we overly concerned about a bit of manure? Gail Damerow, in her new book Hatching & Brooding Your Own Chicks, calls it pasting, and writes half a page about it. My advice is even more succinct. It’s easy to take care of. Simply pick up the chick and gently break up and remove the lump of manure. If it’s stuck on hard, soften with warm water. It will come right off. The above photo was taken the...

A Thorough Coop Cleaning – HenBlog – Tuesday, April 8, 2014

...cans.   Cobwebs drip down.   This is not just unsightly. Cobwebs and dust hold viruses and bacteria. The dust itself impairs breathing. It all contributes to respiratory disease. So, at the end of the winter, which is finally now, I do a thorough coop cleaning. All of the bedding is shoveled out. Notice that I wear a dust mask. As well maintained as my coop is, that protection is necessary. The old bedding is dumped into the manure pile at the side of the pumpkin patch.   I sweep every last bit up. See all of the dust that...

Dandelion Control – HenBlog – Thursday, May 14, 2015

...few, so they can keep them under control on their property. Since I would like to stay on good terms with them, I make the effort to keep digging them up on our side of the property line too. The chickens aren't really all that keen on eating them, and neither am I, so they are mostly disposed of as garbage. On the plus side, because of the sheer numbers I've dug up this year, I won't need to aerate my lawn - it's full of holes where dandelions used to be. ;-) I am thankful that I have a...

Sorting Photographs – HenBlog – Wednesday, December 23, 2015

...your family. May you make lots more memories together!! Vicki R Oh, they all were so adorable as babies! Thank you for sharing these photos...definitely keepers! Kaye Nothing better than a stroll down memory lane! That little pup with the curly coat is so pretty, as is your Scooter. The widdle baby goaties are so cute. Who could resist them :-) Wishing you, your family and all the critters a very Merry Christmas! jaye I think all your animals are great in their own unique way, but have a special soft spot for Lily. Thanks for sharing her "puppy" pic....

Summer Feasts – HenBlog – Saturday, July 22, 2006

I like to think that I am a pretty good gardener. My veg garden is weed free. My flowers bloom. But when I went to the farmers’ market a half-mile up the street from me (a neighborly, rather informal gathering of mostly local backyard growers with excess from their gardens), I realized that my ping-pong ball sized cabbages paled in comparison to what is grown nearby (no excuses for me now about weather!). My lettuce is bolted and done; yet I was able to buy a perfect head for $1. I took solace in the fact that my carrots are...

Bell Pepper Tart With Eggs – HenBlog – Tuesday, February 12, 2013

...It’s similar to creme fraiche, which is a rich sour cream-like product. Either work here. This recipe is topped with eggs from my hens. This is an indulgence worth eating! Bell Pepper Tarts with Eggs 1 sheet (8 ounces) puff pastry, defrosted 1 or 2 sweet bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (or creme fraiche) 2 eggs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for dusting 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley 1. Sauté the bell peppers and shallots in the olive oil until soft,...

Thanksgiving Squash for Hens – HenBlog – Thursday, December 3, 2015

Last week I had a bit of a Martha Stewart Moment. I typically don’t go in for the sort of extravagant creations that this decorating maven is known for. But, awhile back, in a style magazine I saw an idea that I liked – using gourds for vases filled with flowers, I used that inspired idea and changed it up a bit. I bought three buttercup squashes, three small pots of fresh herbs, and some delicate cut flowers. I lopped the tops off of the squash, removed the mushy seeds and strings and scraped them out just enough so that...

A Mild Winter Outing – HenBlog – Thursday, December 18, 2014

So far, it’s been a mild winter. There’s been quite a bit of precipitation, but it’s been more drizzle and rain than snow. We complained (bitterly!) about the polar vortex last year. This year we complain about how it’s not cold enough to stop the invasion of invasive winter moths. I worry about illness when the ground is wet and the air is cold. Tonka has a bit of a runny nose. Pip has developed a skin rash (more on that another time) but so far, the hens are fine. The other day, the girls had an outing. They usually...

Chickens and Lawns – HenBlog – Monday, February 20, 2012

Hens have scaly, tough, clawed feet and they use them to scratch and dig. But they don’t particularly like to shred up turf. So, if you have a dense, lush lawn with no bare spots, then you can let your hens wander about with no worries at all. The hens will trot here and there, picking at bugs and seeds and grazing a bit on the grass. I don’t have one of those lawns. There are bare spots. There are areas that are mostly crab grass, which means that in the winter there are dead tufts with dirt showing. Still,...

The Goats Leave Gifts For The Birds – HenBlog – Wednesday, February 8, 2012

It was 17º F this morning when I did my morning chores. The goats don’t care what the thermometer says. They’ve have had it with their winter coats. Bit by fuzzy bit, they’re leaving it on the fence. It’s a gift to the wild birds. I hear them singing. Some are already building nests. There’s going to be some soft beds for their chicks this year....

End Of Life Decisions – HenBlog – Wednesday, September 28, 2011

...stops eating her banana chip treats I'll know she is very sick! Kay As a vet, I have to deal with this sort of decision a lot. People hope that their pets will quietly pass in their sleep, but this almost never happens. I warn them that they will probably have to make a qualty of life decision. I usually tell them to observe the pet doing things that they have always loved in the past. If there is no interest, it is probably time. Terry Golson Wise words, Kay. What people need to understand, too, is that there is...

In or Out? – HenBlog – Thursday, February 28, 2008

It’s cold – 20 degrees F. this morning, and a windy 25 this afternoon. But, the hens are winter-hardy. It’s perfectly healthy for them to go outside, and you can see them on Hencam, trying to scratch a morsel out of the frozen earth and pecking at a bit of glittering ice. What you can’t see are the hens in my new barn. Lulu, Snowball, Alma, Maizie, Edwina, Twinkydink and Buffy live there. They rarely go outside. Why this difference in behavior? Because the new barn is so cozy comfy, sunny and spacious. It has twice the floor space of...

How The Animals Are Coping With This Heat – HenBlog – Thursday, July 21, 2011

It’s humid, too. The only saving grace is a stiff, wind that is making it bearable (just barely.) The goats are fine. I feed them wet, juicy, crunchy water celery pulled from the water feature. Then they recline in the shade and chew their cuds. They’re unperturbed by the heat that is engulfing us. Of course, they are Nigerian Dwarf Dairy Goats. It is very hot in Nigeria, right? The chickens don’t like the heat at all. Betsy, who has been stubbornly, persistently, grumpily broody for weeks decided that the nesting box was too hot for her. She’s joined the...

Lily’s Birthday – HenBlog – Tuesday, April 1, 2014

...for reminding me to cherish my Lily and I hope you too have many more years with yours. Jen from Va Thank you and all that you do. Vicki R Happy birthday, Lily. You're such a good dog. And sooo pretty. Carol Caldwell Such a lovely and vigilant Character. Happy birthday lilly. Elaine Those perky ears when you said "Let's take a Walk"!! What a precious pup. Happy birthday, dear Lily. Michele b Happy Birthday Lily. Love that last photo! Christine O. My, what big ears you have, Good Dog Lily! I had a heart cat who literally fell out...

Fine So Far! – HenBlog – Tuesday, January 27, 2015

...Scooter and Lilly make such a lovely pair. Joan Terry, I have to admit, I'm a bit envious of your snowstorm. Even though storms like that can be incredibly costly and dangerous, I love hunkering down at home when the world outside is a blizzard. It makes us so thankful of our warm homes, doesn't it? And I can't help but think of Laura Ingalls in the The Long Winter. The last picture of Scooter and Lily remind me of what it's like for my husband and me. I'm all bundled up with warm fleecy pyjamas with the covers pulled...

Bumblefoot – HenBlog – Tuesday, August 7, 2012

...I don't think I would have been able to save a bird at the beach the other day! From a distance iInoticed these two big dogs (with there owner attached) barking loudly in the face of a bird(a muerre) the bird just stood there.Finally they moved on.The bird was standing there.. in fear. Shortly families were coming up to him,kids were touching him.it really wasn't a pretty sight.( I felt something was wrong) and then a couple of seagulls started poking at him,I had to do something.the poor guy couldn't fly away, and they're not small birds.So, with my towel...

Animal Update – HenBlog – Monday, May 30, 2011

...as she had a lovely white bib until her teenage moult. It's gone completely now as you saw, although these birds do get a bit more white on them with every adult moult. Hence it's hard for Jane to spot champions! I had a Myco outbreak too, three years ago but caught it early and was lucky. Now only Good Buff suffers every now and then, and a jab with Tylan the Wonder Drug does the trick. Definitely the older birds that succumb, and she's a bit wheezy anyway these days.... Terry Golson Hi Kit- Actually, Siouxsie was truly going...

Bare Butts – HenBlog – Monday, October 18, 2010

Wendy Sharon's bird looks very Dorking-ish to me! I must admit I let mine 'pork up' a bit when they're moulting - they won't lay again 'til spring so they're fine a bit heavier, then in February or so I slim them down a bit so laying isn't too much effort for them. Gentian violet does indeed stain, my hands are currently purple after doing surgery on someone's wattle! Were there ever purple children when you were at school? Gentian violet used to be used for ringworm, the fungal skin infection, but possibly there are less stigmatising treatments now! Sheila...

Tonka’s New Home – HenBlog – Tuesday, September 30, 2014

...hope not. The back is a bad place for a wound. And an indoor riding ring? And trails? That alone is worth the drive. :) I can't contribute to the iPod issue. I'm still a bit technologically challenged. My daughter got a new one as a graduation gift and left her old one here for me. Um. I'll get there eventually. Kit Not much for podcasts, though I have been listening to Robert Caro's four volume work on Lyndon Johnson. Also they have a turken !!! Do you know what her name is ? Brenda It was (is?) a yearly...

Euthanizing a Hen – HenBlog – Tuesday, October 28, 2014

...years who have all the good things in life, free range, and live long happy lives. All three hens were slowing down, no longer laying; still perching at night and eating: what we generally call "old age" and gently nurture along until they quietly die in the night. Sound familiar? I'm sorry this next bit's graphic, but it highlights what I've been missing in my sick-elderly hen decision making. Remember, they looked fine though sad. However looking inside showed me each was different, and none were "quietly dying in the night." Poor poor creatures... Martha, a lovely sweet giant Orpington,...

Chickens In Extreme Cold – HenBlog – Friday, January 3, 2014

...But, she’s sailing right through this cold spell. Here she is with Nancy Drew, both of whom have healthy combs.   In fact, Twiggy was feeling so chipper that she put some thought into where to lay her daily egg.   What with the wind and the deep snow, the pop doors are staying shut and the hens are staying in. However, first thing in the morning Phoebe has to go out to do her business. Which she did. But, even for her, the weather was a bit much and she came back in and I closed them all snugly...

Hens and Heat – HenBlog – Monday, June 24, 2013

We are heading into the sweltering days of summer and I cannot over-emphasize how essential it is to keep a close eye on your hens. Heat can be deadly to your flock. Chickens die from heatstroke and they die from dehydration. Even if the heat isn’t lethal, you might notice them eating less and laying fewer eggs. I’ve written about how to help your chickens cope with heat here. Today I literally pulled another bag out of my collection of tricks. Green beans are one of the few veggies that everyone in my family eats and so every year I...

A Kind Eye – HenBlog – Wednesday, January 22, 2014

...prevalent. Just like the well-behaved child in school is often ignored, so too, a good horse is often casually handled. Only when he acts up (perhaps a spook on the lead-line) is he paid attention to, and then it is with a yank on the rope. The horse with the kind eye who is ignored might learn to misbehave for attention. Or, more likely, he will simply go dull. That kind eye will turn listless. Horses respond to pressure, both physically by touch and also when others enter into their personal space. They are exquisitely tuned to body language. They...

Lily is on Bed Rest – HenBlog – Monday, May 18, 2015

...golden) Ken Poor Lily I wonder if she thinks she has done something wrong? I had a mix breed that had to have knee surgery. My experience was miserable. I was suppose to keep him confined to his crate for a week or so (don't remember exactly) and only let him out to eat and potty. Well!!! that just let to other problems. He scratched and scratched and bite at the crate until his gums and toe bleed, and he even went so far as to partially tear off a pad. I finally gave up. I got tranquilizers from the...

Blankets For Horses – The Vintage Hen – Saturday, January 4, 2014

...chill a horse pretty badly at 50 miles per hour. Marie Tracy, that must be it! Annie I was thinking that also! Robin I'll ditto Tracy above and add that that this also could be a cool down session. If your horse is hot and sweaty and it is cold or cool windy weather you throw a heavy blanket on for the early stages of cool down. And then, as you walk them out, you put increasingly lighter blankets on till the horse is cool and dry. Wraps are sometimes left on for a bit if the horse is prone...

Tonka Settles In – The Vintage Hen – Thursday, December 5, 2013

...affordable :) Karla There is just something about a sweet horse, that makes you want to rest your head against theirs, and feel them breathe. He's lovely, Terry, just lovely. I don't have horses, but I do "sit" for someone who does. It is such a pleasure to be in the barn with them, listening to them, watching them. I don't mind the heavy duty scooping (which, truthfully, is way less smelly than scooping after our five cats!) or the hauling of hay, bedding or water. To be outside with animals is a gift! I know you will enjoy him!...

How To Cook Chard – HenBlog – Tuesday, August 6, 2013

...and all, and cook it covered in a bit of olive oil. The moisture in the leaves is enough. My hens won't touch it though! Terry Golson Knock on wood, but my tomatoes are doing great. I've already frozen 8 cups of sauce. Terry Golson I haven't heard of anyone, anywhere with a successful pepper crop this year. Terry Golson I also like my greens quickly sauteed in olive oil and a bit of garlic. As far as chickens not eating them - chickens do have specific tastes, and sometimes entire flocks spurn foods that other flocks eat up. Who...

Will She Lay Soon? – HenBlog – Friday, July 19, 2013

...she attacks me. Yesterday, I picked her up ( they were free ranging) and I walked around and talked to her nicely for a good 10 minutes...she was calm because I was holding her very securely so she couldn't turn around and peck me. When I put her DOWN? She was free to walk away...but instead she deliberately turned at me and lunged. :( And when I DO have food or treats, she really doesn't want to come near me....the young ones are still shy and the older hens get to the food first anyway. I'm starting to really dislike...

My Beautiful Horse – The Vintage Hen – Monday, January 26, 2015

Karen Beautiful horse Terry and some great shots of him....I share your passion for horses Jane from Hawaii Lovely pictures! cheryl Tonka is a beautiful and lucky horse!! I'm so JEL.!! Connie Moreau I've ridden many different horses in my life, but sadly, none of my own. My father called them hay burners. I love looking at Tonka, he has such an intelligent face. Tori I love this! Laura It is hard work owning horses, but it must be particularly difficult, in your drastic climate. Glad you have a nice dry indoor arena to work in throughout the winter. I...

An Egg Is Clean – HenBlog – Saturday, July 13, 2013

...advice from the beginning but possibly because the chickens were only provided one roosting option the bad habit was formed. They didn't all want to co-sleep. The black stars, mostly, looked for other options. Unfortunately, the coop isn't big enough for additional roosts. Poor planning for the size of our flock, maybe. I learn so much from your blog. Thank you for sharing your vast knowledge. BTW- Can't believe Twinkydink is still doing "close ups" at her age, You go girl! Tanya K. Thanks for the idea, Jonathon :} - (that's a happy chicken face) Laurie some of my hens...

How Laying Hen Pellets Are Made – HenBlog – Tuesday, April 14, 2015

...everything they need. These last two warm days though, I have moved the girls to the veggie garden so that they could till for me. They did such a good job (partly because I threw a bit of straw around on top) that I got the peas, lettuce and spinach planted last night before a light rain! Terry Golson You are ahead of me in planting! I didn't realize that in some places only mash is available. That's a small part of the market for feed, and is usually made for those few old-time holdouts. judy m I have been...