Practical information for planning your flock, choosing birds, preparing your setup, raising chicks, and getting through the early stages of chicken keeping with fewer surprises.
Practical information for planning your flock, choosing birds, preparing your setup, raising chicks, and getting through the early stages of chicken keeping with fewer surprises.
All Articles, Raising Chickens
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.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: June 2, 2026
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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.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: March 27, 2026
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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.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: March 24, 2026
All Articles, Life With Adult Chickens, Raising Chickens
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.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: March 23, 2026
All Articles, Life With Adult Chickens, Raising Chickens
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.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: November 5, 2025
All Articles, Life With Adult Chickens, Raising Chickens
It’s fall, there are feathers everywhere, and at least one member of your flock suddenly looks like she has been pulled backward through a hedge. The first time you see a hard molt, it can be alarming. Chickens can lose their tails, develop bare patches, look tired and generally appear as though something has gone terribly wrong. In most cases, though, they are simply replacing their old feathers.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: October 28, 2025
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Facebook is full of people selling chickens that don't exist. Here's how to spot a scammer before you send anyone money.
CONTINUE READINGPosted on: May 28, 2025
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