by Backyard Bok Boks | Aug 18, 2023 | Raising Backyard Chickens, Understanding Chicken Behavior
Main Points Summary Topic Description Pecking Order Chickens have a social hierarchy, established through pecks, nudges, and displays of dominance. The alpha chicken sits at the top and has privileges like first dibs on food, prime nesting spots, and treats.... 
by Backyard Bok Boks | Aug 18, 2023 | Chicken Coop Setup and Care, Chicken Health and Wellness, Raising Backyard Chickens, Understanding Chicken Behavior
Topic Summary What is dust bathing for chickens? Dust bathing is a self-care ritual where chickens roll around in dust or loose soil to clean their feathers, control parasites, and regulate body temperature. Why do chickens need to dust bathe? Chickens dust bathe for... 
by Backyard Bok Boks | Jul 17, 2023 | Raising Backyard Chickens, What to Feed Chickens
Article Main Points Topic Details What Do Chickens Eat? Chickens are omnivores, eating a variety of plants and insects. It’s important to provide a balanced mix of nutrients for their health. Wild Chicken Diet Wild chickens diet is made up of seeds, insects,... 
by Backyard Bok Boks | Jul 9, 2023 | Chicken Predators and Protection, Raising Backyard Chickens
The Ultimate Guide on How to Protect Chickens from Predators A Comprehensive Resource for Every Backyard Chicken Keeper Ensuring Your Birds Safe From Unwanted Visitors Introduction: Why It’s Crucial to Protect Chickens From Predators As a backyard chicken... 
by Backyard Bok Boks | Jul 4, 2023 | Raising Backyard Chickens
Highlights Owning chickens can offer various benefits. Choosing the right breed suitable for beginners and your specific climate is crucial. Depending on your goals and preparedness, you can start with chickens at different ages. The number of chickens you should... 
by Backyard Bok Boks | Jun 29, 2023 | Chickens and Neighbors, Raising Backyard Chickens, Understanding Chicken Behavior
Essential Points : Chickens use vocalizations to communicate Choose a quiet breed A comfortable, secure, and spacious coop can reduce noise. Providing a nutritious diet and engaging toys or activities can keep chickens content and quieter. Control external noise and...