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Chickens Articles
Caring for Your Chickens in the Winter
Chickens are a rather low maintenance animal, in my opinion. Caring for them in the…
Can Pheasants and Chickens Breed?
You might know already that there are a great many breeds of domestic chicken out…
Can Chickens Eat Celery? Is it Safe?
One of my favorite things about owning chickens is seeing how they react to new…
Can Chickens Eat Kale? Is it Safe?
Kale is one of those vegetables that is highly divisive despite how nutritious it is….
Why Do Chickens Sneeze?
Animals can be more like people than you might think. They seem to have a…
Question: How Far Do Free-Range Chickens Typically Roam?
It’s a common question for those considering getting backyard chickens: how much space will my…
Homesteading
Suburban Homesteading – The Ultimate Guide
Homesteading isn’t just for those living out in the country; if you live in the…
How Many Water Bottles Are in a Gallon?
Water on the go is important to everyone consequently water bottles are on sale everywhere,…
Fire Preparedness on the Homestead
By now, few people need to be told of the importance of good fire safety…
Maintaining Temperature and Humidity Inside Your Greenhouse
To understand the need for temperature and humidity control in your greenhouse, there are a…
Everything About the Homestead Act of 1862
In the midst of the turmoil of the early part of the American Civil War…
21 Homesteading Resources (PDFs, Books, and More)
The very best thing about living in our era is that the sum total of…
Goats
Can Goats Eat Gourds? Is it Safe?
Although the old popular conception that goats are literal eating machines that can eat absolutely…
When and How to Wean Your Goats
It’s funny how the circle of life is pretty much the same for all mammals….
Alpine Goats – Your Basic Care Guide
In many ways, goats can be ideal livestock. They aren’t too big, are surprisingly productive,…
Can Goats Eat Eggplant? Is it Safe?
Most goat owners already know that, while goats typically subsist on a diet of hay,…
7 Solid Fencing Ideas for Your Goats
Ask anyone who has kept goats for any length of time and they will likely…
Can Goats Eat Poison Ivy? Is It Safe?
I think most homesteaders, farmers, hikers, and outdoorsmen know about poison ivy and how problematic…