Raising Chickens

Managing Extra Roosters in Nova Scotia

Not every rooster can stay in the flock he hatched into, but every rooster deserves a humane outcome. Learn about local re-homing resources, bachelor flock management, rescue options, and other responsible ways to handle extra roosters in Nova Scotia.

Posted on: June 2, 2026

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How to Evaluate A Chicken Breeder (Without Overwhelming Them)

Bringing home new chickens is exciting, but one question matters more than anything else: is your new flock healthy? Learn how to evaluate a breeder, what questions to ask, and how to protect your birds with smart biosecurity.

Posted on: March 27, 2026

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How to Start Raising Chickens in Nova Scotia

Thinking about getting chickens in Nova Scotia but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly guide covers everything from bylaws and breed choices to coop setup, daily care, and finding reputable breeders - so you can start your flock with confidence.

Posted on: March 24, 2026

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Nova Scotia Chicken Breeder Directory

Finding chickens locally shouldn’t feel like a gamble. Here’s a list of real, established Nova Scotia breeders - plus a few tips to help you avoid scams and bring home your flock with confidence.

Posted on: March 23, 2026

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Winter Chicken Care: Keeping Your Flock Cozy and Safe

Cold weather can be tough on chickens and their keepers. Every winter brings a new round of opinions on how much help our birds actually need. Should you heat the coop? Add light? Wrap the run? Let’s talk through some practical, balanced ways to help your flock stay comfortable without going overboard.

Posted on: November 5, 2025

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Molting: What’s Happening to my Chickens?!

A rooster mid-molt with new feathers growing in.

It’s fall. You’re minding your own business. One day your chickens are looking fluffy and fabulous. The next it’s like a feather pillow exploded in the coop! Your chickens have bare spots, and weird, spiky quills are poking out everywhere.
Don’t panic - they’re not sick. They’re just molting. It’s a totally normal phase where your birds shed old feathers to grow shiny new ones. Let’s talk about what’s happening, why it’s important, and how you can help your hens through their not-so-glamorous makeover.

Posted on: October 28, 2025

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Don’t Get Scammed!

Facebook is full of people selling chickens that don't exist. Here's how to spot a scammer before you send anyone money.

Posted on: May 28, 2025

What Past Workshop Attendees Are Saying

Don't just take my word for it!

People leave with more than notes. They leave with the confidence to actually use what they learned, a guidebook they'll keep coming back to, and a clear sense of where to go locally for chicks, supplies, and everything else.

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   Ryan Barton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Krystal is a great instructor, very friendly and approachable. Her organization and information is impressive
  
 
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   Ashlyne Bigg 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome class! The information is priceless! Very inclusive environment and great for beginners through to well seasoned chicken keepers! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Felicia Mercer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We moved to the local area and got chickens pretty quickly. Even though I had done a lot of researching and had already been keeping chickens a good while I learned so much! It was also beyond beneficial to have genuine local information on climate considerations, predators, suppliers, vets, community, etc. What you receive both in knowledge and thus confidence, the guidebook and materials, and also time spent with others doing the same thing, it really is an investment that gives you a lot more in return! Highly Recommend Feathered Fundamentals
  
 
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   Melanie Norris 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very informative and helpful, this was a wonderful workshop to attend! Definitely recommend this if you are new to keeping chickens
  
 
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   W Edwards 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended! Lots of great information from a very knowledgeable person. Krystal is friendly, experienced and presents the class so even newbies can follow, inviting questions at any time as well as great conversations. Very pleased I attended.
  
 
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   Christie Chaplin-Saunders 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a great opportunity to learn from a knowledgeable,  committed and generous leader.  Krystal's preparation and guidebook are amazing.  This course provides exceptional value, not only to those of us who participated, but also to the broader community, since we are better prepared to avoid mistakes, keep our birds healthy and help others do the same.
  
 
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   Amanda McNeil 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The workshop was awesome! The workbook is extensive, a great resource. But even more, Krystal's deep knowledge of chicken keeping and her willingness to share the her knowledge of the local chicken community, where to get everything from chicks, to supplies, and chicken care, really gave me a lot of confidence that I have the ability and resources now to care for my new flock.
  
 
  
  
 
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