Chicken

Can chicken have grapes?

Yes, chickens can eat grapes. The fruit, vine, and leaves are all safe for chickens. The seeds are also not toxic but may cause intestinal blockages, and seedless grapes are recommended. Are grapes bad for chickens? The main “danger” of grapes for chickens is the fact that they are about 81% water. Chickens do not …

Can chicken have grapes? Read More »

How long should chickens be on starter feed?

I have 2 two week old Barred Rock chicks who will eventually hang out with the rest of my flock., and felidaet. Before you can talk about “medicated” feed, you need to know what the medicine is that makes it medicated. Marienc sunflowergirl, jenny1967, ridgerunner, bufforpington88, albanese07, and jenny1967 in addition are a few more …

How long should chickens be on starter feed? Read More »

When do chickens go outside?

Remember this general advice: Chicks should be at least 4 weeks old before being allowed to go outside. They should have some feather development as down does not hold heat. The transition shouldn’t be abrupt: Take a slow release approach instead. Monitor behaviors closely and adjust time outside accordingly. The first week: 95 degrees FThe …

When do chickens go outside? Read More »

Does a chicken have fur?

Most of the time, the chicks of birds that nest on the ground (such as chickens, ducks, geese) will have fluffy feathers similar to fur. These birds may look furry, but they all definitely have feathers. While their fur-like feathers are different from other chickens, it’s super soft and very fluffy to touch. In fact, …

Does a chicken have fur? Read More »

Can chickens eat zucchini?

Yes, chickens can eat zucchini. Zucchinis or courgettes have high water content and are rich in fiber and a range of healthy vitamins and minerals. What’s in Zucchini? Are the Leaves and Seeds of a Zucchini Plant Ok for Chickens? What’s in Zucchini? Chickens can eat mushrooms in moderation and always cooked. Mushrooms are not …

Can chickens eat zucchini? Read More »

What chicken noises mean?

, and hensandchickscolorado. I have a 21 week old Barred Rock. Some girls are just squawkers. They get very loud right before they start to lay. Lucysmom002, my br hen has a really big mouth too~! Exop, simz birdeggs, jhillgrove, chicka-boom chicka-boom, and fred’s hens too are a few extra things to take a look …

What chicken noises mean? Read More »