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Chickens Articles
Urban and Suburban Backyard Chickens: What You Need to Know
I lived in a small townhouse with a tiny backyard. I squeezed in a garden,…
25 Ways to Keep Chickens Warm Without Electricity
If you have ever thought about raising chickens, you likely have images of ruby-red birds…
Sneezing Chickens: 11 Reasons Why it Happens
If you’ve owned chickens for any length of time you are probably well acquainted with…
18 Ingredients To Add to a Chicken Dust Bath (and 3 Not To)
When I was a kid, we had a small farm with various animals – including…
Space Requirements for Your Bantam Chickens…
Chicken fever is definitely gripping America again, and we see more and more homesteaders get…
5 Amazing Chicken Gift Ideas
If you love your feathered friends as much as I do, you’ll want to add…
Homesteading
32 Things Your Non-Homesteading Friends May NOT Understand
If you’re a homesteader, then you know that there are some things your friends who…
191 Age-Appropriate Chores For Kids On Homesteads
I homeschooled all three of my kids from Grade 0 to Grade 12. Along with…
Seasons on the Homestead
I have a wonderful friend who constantly tells me, “I can’t wait until we can…
Suburban Homesteading – The Ultimate Guide
Homesteading isn’t just for those living out in the country; if you live in the…
Where is Feeding Mealworms to Chickens Illegal?
When it comes to feeding our chickens, insects make some of the best food around…
How Much Do 55 Gallons of Water Weigh?
Water is so important for everyone; it is recommended that we should drink at least…
Goats
26 Veggies Goats Can Eat that Are Perfectly Safe (PDF)
Contrary to popular belief, goats cannot eat garbage. While these curious creatures may be seen…
Can Goats Eat Acorns? Is It Safe?
Goats need a variety of foods to stay healthy and well-nourished. They need different grasses,…
Can Goats Eat Raisins? Is it Safe?
Goats are fairly infamous for developing a sweet tooth if you let them. Giving them…
Goats’ Lifespan: How Long Do They Live?
No matter what sort of livestock you keep on your homestead, preparing for the end…
Can Goats Eat Cabbage? Is it Safe?
Goats are herbivores, but they are animals that eat all sorts of different plants. And…
Can Goats Eat Pineapple? Is It Safe?
Goats are curious browsers who love to try anything they find to decide for themselves…