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How to Order Baby Chicks in the Mail
Learn how to order baby chicks in the mail by finding a reputable chick hatchery with good customer reviews.
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Getting Ready for Spring Chicks
Learn how to raise spring chicks and about everything you’ll need to properly care for the chicks, including feed, bedding and heating.
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How Old Do Chickens Need to Be to Lay Eggs?
How old do chickens need to be to lay eggs? Get answers to all of your chicken egg laying questions in this article.
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Glyn and His Shopping Rooster
Catch up with the rooster, who accompanies his owner shopping and even to the bar.
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Incubator Vs Broody Hen
Learn about the pros and cons of egg incubation vs. using a broody hen to hatch eggs.
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Muffin with Egg Inside
Make this easy sweet or savory muffin with egg inside recipe for a good start to your morning.
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Brooding Ducklings
Learn about brooding ducklings, duck care, and the difference between brooding chickens and ducks.
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Breed Profile: Pavlovskaya Chicken
The Pavlovskaya chicken is a cute, quirky, and personable landrace breed from Volga Uplands of Russia.
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Lake and Pond Animals: Poultry Predators
From alligators to snapping turtles and more, look at how to protect your flock from hungry lake and pond animals to ensure your flock’s safety.
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Kombucha for Chickens
Learn about the benefits of kombucha for chickens and how to feed it to chickens safely.
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How Much Cholesterol in an Egg?
How much cholesterol is in an egg? Learn about the different kinds of cholesterol, what to watch for, and the saturated fats to consider when selecting a healthy diet.
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How to Cook Carnitas
Learn how to cook carnitas in a slow cooker or pressure cooker to enjoy on pan cubano bread as a Cuban sandwich.
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