Diapers are just the beginning

Pretty little bugger isn’t he? Ahh, one of the hardest parts of the backyard flock - having to rehome a pretty little rooster without involving freezer camp. Our neighbor has had a rooster for six months or so. That one is pretty good though, I have never heard him crow while it is dark. This [...]

The babies hit 6 weeks. The Blue Andalusian I am calling Elvis now and am wondering how many other cockerels we have. Hopefully none.

The chicks hit four weeks old. They have been in the outdoor coop for a week and a half now and I like it a whole lot better than having them inside. The little henhouse that I made is insulated and I have one of those reptile heat lamps with the adjustable dial on the [...]