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Certified Chicken Tender
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items Yes!!! I have chickens and would not have a full life without them! They each have their own personalities and Caring for them comes with the perks of eggs!
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Home Sweet Home
Little Peeps
They got to eat and stay occupied
Home Sweet Home
Get your coop set up for happy and safe birds
A great sturdy coop is a must to keep your feather babies safe. I prefer something higher off the ground and this does the trick.
Leghorn Cottage Coop -Chicken Coop for 4+ Chickens
Your going to want some extra protection for your coop because yes preditors will try to get in. I use Galvanized Steel Hardware Cloth covering the entire bottom of the coop to keep the bad guys from digging to get in.
Galvanized Steel Hardware Cloth Rolled Fencing
Yes, the plastic feeders get the job done but they also can get tipped over and other critters like mice can get to the feed. With this, both problems are solved and everyone is happy!!
VEVOR Automatic Chicken Feeder, 25 lbs Capacity
Most pre made coops will already have nesting boxes but if you opt to build your own coop this is a great option.
Precision Pet 7029288 Triple Nesting Box, Brown
Now I like to use shavings myself for the nesting boxes but these are nice because they will not be able to kick these out like they do with the shavings.
Pecking Order Chicken Nest Box Pads
This is a great site if you want to build your own coop! They have options from small to very large.
Chicken Coop Plans: Create a Joyful Home for Your Chickens for Free!
Save yourself from having to go out at the crack of dawn to let your chickens out and be out there before dark to secure your coop with this Automatic coop door.
Automatic Chicken Coop Door Opener with Timer and Light Sensor
I love the modern paint on this chicken coop. it looks like a good option if you either want to free range or keep your birds safe inside.
Rugged Ranch Omaha Chicken Coop
Little Peeps
Starting with baby chicks is great for bonding… but you will need a few things!
This kit has almost everything you need with the exception of something to keep them warm. I am not a fan of the lights so I opt for a large heating pad with waterproof cover!
GIFANK Chick Brooder Box Starter Kit
Keep your new babies safe and warm with this Thermo-Peep Heated Pad.
K&H Pet Products Thermo-Peep Heated Pad Tan
This plate is much safer than using the traditional heat lamp . This chick heating plate offers double the safety thanks to a temperature fuse and a resistance fuse keeping both at safe levels.
My Favorite Chicken Chick Brooder Heating Plate
I like to keep lots of soft bedding on hand and clean the brooder box often and this is the brand I use. I make sure that I use a larger flake size so they don't get tempted to try and eat it.
Tractor Supply Flake Premium Pine Animal Shavings
Get them growing strong. This is one of the options if you are going organic with your baby birds!
Nature's Best Organic Chick Starter/Grower Crumbles, 40 lb.
This is one of many non organic options for chick feed that you can find.
Purina Start and Grow Non-Medicated Chick Feed Crumbles, 50 lb. Bag
This has the right balance of protein, amino acids, prebiotics, probiotics, yeast cultures, and essential oils, plus Amprolium for the prevention of coccidiosis in unvaccinated chicks. I usually mix this feed in with regular chick starter feed.
Nutrena NatureWise Chick Starter Grower Medicated, 7 lb.
Here is an article of the difference between medicated and unmedicated chick feed.
The Difference Between Medicated & Unmedicated Chick Starter
YES!! You can buy chickens online and have them picked up either at the post office or the store.
Hoover's Hatchery Live Assorted Color Egg Production Baby Chicks, 10 ct.
They got to eat and stay occupied
Different feed options as well as snacks and things to keep them happy.
Yes! Chickens will swing and love it too
Chicken Bird Swings, 2-Pack Wooden Perches made with Natural Wood
This huge treat block will keep your birds busy and happy.
Purina Flock Block
Try your hand at making your own Flock Block it is pretty easy.
Let’s Make a Flock Block!
I know pretty disgusting to us but your chickens will love them! Dried or live is all up to you.
Mealworms
If you want to keep your chickens on an organic diet this Purina Organic Chicken is one of many you have to choose from.
Purina® Organic Chicken Feed Crumbles | Non-GMO Chicken Food
Calcium is crucial for happy, healthy egg production. The use of Oyster Shells keeps the egg shell strong.
Oyster Shell
Keep in mind your chickens do not have teeth! Poultry grit helps your chickens with digestion.
Manna Pro Poultry Grit with Probiotics
This is a great read for explaining the need for Chicken Grit!
What You Need to Know About Chicken Grit
I like to use a high protein food for my feather babies in the Winter… which is when they often stop laying.
Purina Layena Pellets Layer Poultry Feed, 50 lb. Bag
Scratch grains is like a deconstructed flock block that you can just scatter to keep them happy! This one is new and so far so good!!!
Nutrena Hi Pro Scratch Grains 50lb
This is a great pack that has all the fun your feather babies will want!!
9 Pack Chicken Toys
Keep the worms away with just a few drops in their water. It is a natural supplement and will not kill the worms but a great preventative.
HomeoVet Avian Worm Clear