Editor’s Note (7/15/25): This story was updated after posting to remove outdated references. Bird flu briefly blew up egg prices and has killed millions of chickens around the country. Most of these ...

Are you worried about keeping chickens warm during the harsh winter months? Whether you’re working with or without electricity, these proven strategies will help maintain your chickens’ health and ...

SAN DIEGO — Veterinarians at the San Diego Humane Society are urging backyard chicken owners to take precautions against bird flu, despite no positive cases reported in the county so far. Dr. Danielle ...

Springtime in areas with unpredictable weather can present unique challenges for chicken owners. Tornadoes, strong winds, and heavy rain are just a few of the elements that can threaten your chickens’ ...

If you’ve ever been to a farm (or a homestead!), you’ve probably noticed that chickens are almost never kept alone. Their coops contain numerous hens, as well as a rooster or two, and they seem to ...

It’s cold in Maine right now, and getting electricity to a chicken coop can be complicated. If the coop isn’t wired, running extension cords is risky, and using heat lamps inside is a fire risk.