Chicken Guide - BreedingChickens https://breedingchickens.com/category/guide/ A Free Guide to Breeding and Raising Chickens Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:23:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://breedingchickens.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/cropped-Breeding-Chickens-Logo-32x32.jpg Chicken Guide - BreedingChickens https://breedingchickens.com/category/guide/ 32 32 How to Make Chickens Lay More Eggs: 12 Natural Ways to Boost Egg Production https://breedingchickens.com/guide/how-to-make-chickens-lay-more-eggs/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:23:42 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=831 Every chicken keeper dreams of collecting a basket full of fresh eggs every day. Whether you raise chickens for your family or as part of a poultry business, increasing egg production is usually one of the main goals. However, hens will only perform at their best when their nutritional, environmental, and health needs are met. …

How to Make Chickens Lay More Eggs: 12 Natural Ways to Boost Egg Production Read More »

The post How to Make Chickens Lay More Eggs: 12 Natural Ways to Boost Egg Production appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Chicken Pecking Order Explained: How to Stop and Prevent Chicken Bullying https://breedingchickens.com/guide/chicken-pecking-order-explained/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:19:02 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=828 Chicken pecking is a normal part of flock behavior. However, there is a big difference between establishing a pecking order and actual bullying. Every flock has a social hierarchy that helps maintain order. Minor pecking, chasing, and occasional disagreements are natural. But when aggressive behavior becomes constant and causes injuries, stress, or death, intervention becomes …

Chicken Pecking Order Explained: How to Stop and Prevent Chicken Bullying Read More »

The post Chicken Pecking Order Explained: How to Stop and Prevent Chicken Bullying appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Chicken Scratch Feed: Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, and How to Feed It Properly https://breedingchickens.com/guide/chicken-scratch-feed/ Thu, 14 May 2026 20:25:01 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=802 Chicken scratch is a grain-based treat for chickens made from mixed seeds and grains, but it should only make up around 10% of a chicken’s diet because it lacks the balanced nutrition found in regular chicken feed. A lot of chicken owners treat scratch grains like junk food for poultry. Honestly, that comparison is not …

Chicken Scratch Feed: Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, and How to Feed It Properly Read More »

The post Chicken Scratch Feed: Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, and How to Feed It Properly appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Deep Litter Method for Chicken Coops: How It Works and Why Many Chicken Keepers Use It https://breedingchickens.com/guide/deep-litter-method-for-chicken-coops/ Wed, 13 May 2026 23:26:25 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=790 Cleaning a chicken coop every single week is not the only way to keep chickens healthy. In fact, many backyard chicken owners only clean out their coop once or twice a year by using the deep litter method, a bedding system that slowly composts chicken manure right inside the coop. It sounds messy at first. …

Deep Litter Method for Chicken Coops: How It Works and Why Many Chicken Keepers Use It Read More »

The post Deep Litter Method for Chicken Coops: How It Works and Why Many Chicken Keepers Use It appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Hatching Chicks With a Broody Hen: Beginner’s Guide https://breedingchickens.com/guide/hatching-chicks-with-a-broody-hen/ Tue, 12 May 2026 10:19:54 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=767 Some hens take egg sitting very seriously. One day they are roaming around normally, then suddenly they refuse to leave the nesting box. They puff up, growl at your hand, and act like the nest belongs only to them. That is broodiness. For backyard chicken keepers, a broody hen can save a lot of work …

Hatching Chicks With a Broody Hen: Beginner’s Guide Read More »

The post Hatching Chicks With a Broody Hen: Beginner’s Guide appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Different Chicken Egg Colors and the Breeds That Lay Them https://breedingchickens.com/guide/different-chicken-egg-colors-and-the-breeds-that-lay-them/ Tue, 12 May 2026 10:10:44 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=764 Most people grow up thinking chicken eggs only come in white or brown. Then one day somebody opens a carton with blue, olive, or even pinkish eggs inside, and suddenly chickens become a lot more interesting. The funny part is these colors are completely natural. No dyes. No tricks. Some hens simply lay colorful eggs …

Different Chicken Egg Colors and the Breeds That Lay Them Read More »

The post Different Chicken Egg Colors and the Breeds That Lay Them appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Is Raising Chickens for Egg Production a Profitable Business? https://breedingchickens.com/guide/is-raising-chickens-for-egg-production-a-profitable-business/ Sat, 09 May 2026 08:42:08 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=761 Eggs remain one of the most widely consumed and affordable protein sources in the world. Because of this, many people are becoming interested in raising chickens for egg production either as a small backyard project or a full-scale business. Fresh eggs are always in demand, especially organic and free-range eggs. This creates an opportunity for …

Is Raising Chickens for Egg Production a Profitable Business? Read More »

The post Is Raising Chickens for Egg Production a Profitable Business? appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> ISA Brown Chickens Care: A Complete Beginner’s Guide https://breedingchickens.com/guide/isa-brown-chicken-care-guide/ Fri, 08 May 2026 22:16:51 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=752 If you are searching for a friendly chicken that lays lots of eggs consistently, ISA Brown chickens are probably one of the best options you will come across. These hybrid chickens became extremely popular because of their impressive egg production, calm personality, and easy-going nature. Commercial farms love them for their productivity, while backyard chicken …

ISA Brown Chickens Care: A Complete Beginner’s Guide Read More »

The post ISA Brown Chickens Care: A Complete Beginner’s Guide appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Understanding Chickens and Water: Everything You Need to Know https://breedingchickens.com/guide/understanding-chickens-and-water/ Fri, 08 May 2026 22:10:19 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=749 Just like humans, chickens need a constant supply of clean and fresh water every single day. In fact, water is even more important to chickens than feed for short-term survival. Many beginners think giving water to chickens is simple. You just fill a container and that’s it. But once you start raising chickens, you quickly …

Understanding Chickens and Water: Everything You Need to Know Read More »

The post Understanding Chickens and Water: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]> Pros and Cons of Raising Free Range Chickens and How to Avoid the Problems https://breedingchickens.com/guide/pros-and-cons-of-raising-free-range-chickens-and-how-to-avoid-the-problems/ Thu, 07 May 2026 17:57:52 +0000 https://breedingchickens.com/?p=743 If you are new to raising chickens, the term “free range chickens” probably sounds simple at first. But once you start learning about it, things can get confusing pretty quickly. Do free range chickens spend the entire day outside? Are their eggs healthier than eggs from caged hens? Is there an official law that explains …

Pros and Cons of Raising Free Range Chickens and How to Avoid the Problems Read More »

The post Pros and Cons of Raising Free Range Chickens and How to Avoid the Problems appeared first on BreedingChickens.

]]>