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Things you should always do if your neighbours chickens are being a nuisance: Gather some evidence. Take pictures and video and timed notes. Put up… Read More »How Can I Stop My Neighbours Chickens?

The acceptable mortality rate for caged laying hens is up to 1.2% per week (14), then the group fed 450 ppm caffeine was the only… Read More »Does Caffeine Affect Chickens?

Red light Red light has the effect of inhibiting growth rate and delaying sexual maturity in chicks and young chickens at the growth stage. Therefore,… Read More »What Colour Does Chicken Hate?

Rats and mice will eat just about anything, but they are often intimidated by larger animals. Chickens, sadly, aren’t quite vicious enough to scare off… Read More »Are Rats Afraid Of Chickens?

Here are a few steps you can take to help minimize a rodent problem around your chickens. Clean the Coop. Build Barriers. Store Feed Properly.… Read More »How Do I Get Rid Of Rats Around My Chickens?

RatX kills rats and mice but is not harmful to other animals, including birds, livestock species, domestic animals and humans. What happens if chickens eat… Read More »Will Ratx Kill Chickens?

It will take generally 3 to 7 days for clinical signs to appear in chickens, post ingestion of the poison. Initial signs are related to… Read More »What Happens If My Chicken Eats Rat Poison?

Chickens really won’t be bothered by the wasps. The nests are up too high for the chickens to get to. And, the chickens have a… Read More »Are Chickens Afraid Of Wasps?

Your bird may move his wings to stretch or get exercise, but he also may be telling you something. Wing flapping generally means a bird… Read More »What Does It Mean When A Chicken Flaps Its Wings At You?

Fortunately, chickens won’t be harmed if they eat a mouse or two. As opportunistic omnivores, chickens eat many things that most people might not consider… Read More »What Happens If A Chicken Eats A Mouse?