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Sheri Hayden has been raising chickens for over a decade and has gained a wealth of insight into her feathery friends through years of experience and hands-on interaction. She runs Virginia Backyard Chickens, a popular Facebook group about keeping chickens.

If you are a new chicken owner and have been browsing the various chicken groups online, you’ve probably come across a few discussions on Coccidia in young birds. Let’s discuss coccidiosis in chickens: the causes, treatments, and cures.  If you’re new to raising chickens, and want to learn more, this book is a great start! All …

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You’ve decided to get chickens and have brought home your day-old chicks: now what? Let’s look at the basics of raising baby chicks from brooder to coop and everything in between.  Raising Baby Chicks – What Every New Owner Should Know Initial set up and housing All baby chicks require the same 4 elements: housing, …

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You’ve bought your chickens and you’ve got your coop. But do you have all the accessories necessary to make the coop the best place for your birds? Here are some chicken coop must haves that every chicken owner should be aware of.  Chicken Coop Must Haves For A Healthy And Happy Flock Accessories for the …

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So you made the decision to raise some backyard chickens. The cost of raising chickens can be daunting for some, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what to expect money-wise when raising a small backyard flock. The cost of raising chickens Initial set up If you plan to start out by raising chicks you’ll need …

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