Alexander Lindley 
Most chicken owners encounter this at some point: You walk out into the yard and see a few of your hens lying on their sides in the sun. Sometimes, their wings are stretched out and their feathers puffed up You fear the worst. You think they’re sick or hurt. But they’re not. They’re just sunbathing. … Read more
Ice cream is a lovely treat. But not for chickens. No, chickens shouldn’t eat ice cream. But can chickens eat ice cream? Technically, yes. But it’s not a good idea. Read on to learn more. The Dairy Problem The problem isn’t that chickens won’t eat ice cream. They certainly will. And they will probably enjoy … Read more
Chickens can eat summer squash. In fact, they love the stuff. Patty pan squash, green and yellow zucchini, cousa squash, crookneck squash — it’s all delicious to your hens and roosters. A garden favorite that often overproduces, squash is safe and healthy for chickens. No part of the plant is considered toxic to poultry. It’s … Read more
Squirrels are harmless. Until they start getting into your chicken coop. Then, you have a problem. They’re eating food that’s not theirs. They’re making a mess and damaging things. They might even be eating eggs and hurting chicks. You can’t have that. And you don’t have to. Here’s how to keep squirrels out of a … Read more
“Can” is not the same as “should.” In other words: Chickens can eat graham crackers. Whether they should eat them is another story. If your pantry is like most people’s, there’s an old, stale box of graham crackers gathering dust somewhere in there. You may stumble upon it and think it’d be the perfect thing … Read more
Yes, chicken coops need windows. They provide ventilation and light that will be essential to maintaining your chickens’ health over time. So, if you’re about to buy or build a chicken coop, look for one with windows. And if you’re already got a windowless chicken coop, break out your tools or your wallet. You’re about … Read more
It’s a good question, and the answer is yes: Chickens can eat sausage. However: There are a few things you need to keep in mind if you plan to feed sausage to your flock. Here’s what you need to know: Is Sausage Good for Chickens? Chickens CAN eat sausage — it’s not toxic or anything. … Read more
Chickens can eat a lot of things. And that includes goat feed. But don’t go crazy with it just yet. Yes, goat feed is often cheaper than chicken feed. Yes, you might have goats and chickens that you feed at the same time. But you still need to approach your chickens’ diet with some care. … Read more
Chickens CAN eat salmon skin. Actually, it’s pretty healthy for them. Many people enjoy salmon for dinner and leave nothing but the salmon skin on their plates at the end. If you were a chicken, you wouldn’t do that. The salmon skin is just as tasty as the fish itself to chickens. And it comes … Read more
Chickens CAN eat nectarines. In fact, they love them. Who wouldn’t? Nectarines are sweet and summery. And they’re full of vitamins and minerals. Nectarines are perfectly healthy for chickens to eat. So feel free to toss some nectarines into the coop. (Of course, that means you have to share your nectarines with them!) Can Chickens … Read more