Poultry

A fun but messy alternative to chickens, ducks can bring great joy given the proper care.

If you have been thinking about raising chickens, read this to get started in a simple and cost-effective way. We are talking just the basics.

Who doesn't want to own a pet duck!? Here are more than 250 duck names for your feathered friend!

Ameraucana chickens are a good choice if you want to keep laying hens in a suburban yard. Here, you'll find photos and information about raising and housing a small flock, from chicks to layers.

When you put chickens in a small pen or coop they get bored and will end up hurting one another. Here are easy and fun ideas for chicken toys that you can make using items around your house.

The best backyard chicken breeds are friendly and provide a sufficient quantity of eggs. Breeds such as the Silver Gray Dorking and Buff Orpington are excellent choices for a backyard flock.

Prevent predators from entering and killing your chickens by creating a predator-proof chicken coop and chicken run.

Dealing with backyard chicken diseases is a fact of life when raising chickens. Find out a few things you can do to help remedy most chicken ailments and keep your flock healthy.

Owning chickens in the suburbs might not be for everyone, but please consider it. Here's a long list of both the benefits and detriments of keeping chickens in a not-so-rural area.

Six easy and inexpensive ideas to keep your chickens from overheating in the summer.

Why raising backyard geese may be the next endeavor for your micro-farm.

Are you excited about the world of waterfowl but just don't want a regular old duck to keep up with the Joneses? Prepare to learn the reasons why you should get out there and find a Muscovy.

The topic of letting chickens free-range vs. keeping them in a chicken run is frequently debated. This article will list three pros and three cons of both sides to help you figure out which option is best for your animals.

How do you get your chicken coop ready for blizzards, tornadoes, thunderstorms, flooding, or hurricanes? Don't wait until severe weather is imminent to prepare your flock for the storm.

A guide to how we feed, water, and care for our chickens during the cold Northeastern winter.

Eggs don't have to be out of reach with this handy tool made from common household items.