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Chicken Terms: P-Z....So You Know What You're Talking About - Treats for Chickens

Chicken Terms: P-Z....So You Know What You're Talking About - Treats for Chickens

Look no further for your "Chicken Encyclopedia". Treats for Chickens has made this easy-to-view and understand list of the most commonly used chicken terms. With fun pictures to go along! Terms listed are P-Z   Pasting or "Pasty Butt":  Manure sticking to the rear end of a young chick. Can be fatal! Remove manure with a cotton ball dipped in warm water or a wash cloth dipped in warm water. And add 1 teaspoon of baking soda per gallon of water (only need to add it one time) and it keeps the pasties from coming back!   Photo: Hen Cam...

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9 Quick Reasons to Use Diatomaceous Earth with Backyard Chickens - Treats for Chickens

9 Quick Reasons to Use Diatomaceous Earth with Backyard Chickens - Treats for Chickens

If you’ve never used food grade diatomaceous earth for your chickens it’s time to start! Here are 9 Reasons to Use Diatomaceous Earth. DE has so many great benefits, so if you are curious continue reading to learn- your flock will thank you!

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Three Baby Chicks on coop floor

Where to Pick Up Chicks + How To Do It Like a Pro - Treats for Chickens

It is Chick Season. Treats for Chickens has a list of the best places to buy chickens. A local hatchery, a mail-order hatchery, or a local feed store. Let's look at the pros and cons of buying baby chicks from each of these sources.

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5 DIY Boredom Busters for Chickens (That Won't Cost a Penny) + Broodie again? - Treats for Chickens

5 DIY Boredom Busters for Chickens (That Won't Cost a Penny) + Broodie again? - Treats for Chickens

5 DIY boredom busters for chickens that are totally free. Find out how you can keep your backyard chickens entertain, healthy + active so they produce the best eggs. Prevent boredom in your chicken flock can tackle with straw piles, mirror, + chicken toy.

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