Chicken

Recognized as Switzerland’s national bird, the Appenzeller Spitzhauben is known for its v-shaped comb and upright crest. Despite being an ornamental bird, this breed also… Read More »Do Crested Chickens Lay Eggs?

If your chicken has feces clinging to their vent area (butt feathers) it is a good idea to trim the encrusted feathers off. Crusty chicken… Read More »Can You Trim Chicken Bum Feathers?

So, we know hens start out with the same spur buds as roosters and this gives them the potential for growing spurs. For some breed… Read More »What Are The Spikes On A Chicken Called?

Birds do not have any hair or fur to keep them warm; instead, they have feathers. Feathers keep birds warm and also help insulate them… Read More »What Is The Hair On A Bird Called?

Lice and Nits Appearance Chicken lice are small, flat, yellowish and wingless. It’s probably easier to see the nits on the feather shaft than the… Read More »What Does Lice Eggs Look Like On Chickens?

November 3, 2009. Roosters are funny-looking creatures. They have a red bit that sticks out from the top of their heads—the comb—and another that dangles… Read More »What Do You Call The Feathers On Top Of A Chickens Head?

During their annual molt, typically in the fall, chickens systematically lose their feathers, starting at the head and moving down the body from neck, then… Read More »Why Is My Chicken Butt Bald?

Make sure carpets, rugs, curtains, and furniture are all thoroughly vacuumed. Vacuum bags should be immediately removed from the vacuum cleaner and sealed in a… Read More »What Kills Bird Mites Instantly?

Sour Crop Home Treatment & Prevention Garlic water is said to have many beneficial properties for chickens. So if you are able, feeding garlic water… Read More »Is Garlic Good For Sour Crop?

Gently massage the crop to try and help break up the impaction. Giving the chicken a little bit of vegetable oil mixed with warm water… Read More »What Do You Feed Chickens After Impacted Crops?