If you’ve had chickens for more than five minutes, you’ve probably already realized that these feathered lunatics will eat anything. Dropped your sandwich? Gone. Left your shoelaces untied? Pecked to oblivion. Your earring fell out? Say goodbye.

It’s not every day that we get a visitor who arrives by mail, but that’s exactly what happened when Flat Stanley showed up at Cluck It All Farms! He came to learn about chickens, and we wasted no time putting him to work. From hatching chicks to feeding the flock to helping with important health checks, Stanley got the full farm experience.

Roosters have a reputation. Ask any backyard chicken keeper, and you’ll hear about rooster attacks, flared spurs, and angry birds chasing people across the yard. But what if I told you that a friendly, well-mannered rooster isn’t just possible—it’s totally within your control?

There’s nothing quite like the anticipation of hatch day—until you realize your incubator is full of unhatched eggs. 😩 Whether you’re a first-time hatcher or a seasoned pro, hatching failures happen. But why? And more importantly, how can you prevent them next time?

Raising baby chicks comes with a big responsibility—keeping them warm, safe, and happy. While heat lamps are a common choice, they’re not the only option. Enter the Ohio brooder, also known as a hover brooder—a setup that’s been keeping chicks cozy for generations.

So, you’ve decided to hatch some chicks. But the breed you pick? Oh, that says a lot about you. Your choice reveals your patience level, your risk tolerance, and possibly your unhinged dedication to chicken keeping.

Let’s dive in and see what your favorite breed says about you as a person, a chicken parent, and possibly your life choices.

So, you’ve decided to hatch your own chicks. Congrats! You’re about to experience three weeks of excitement, anxiety, and questioning every life decision you’ve ever made. But before you fire up that incubator (or let a broody hen take over), let’s do a little reality check.

So, you’re getting chicks—exciting! But before those tiny fluffballs arrive, you need to be fully prepared. The last thing you want is to be frantically ordering supplies while your chicks are already in the brooder, peeping for warmth, food, and water. A well-stocked brooder ensures a smooth start and keeps your new arrivals safe, healthy, and stress-free.

Here’s your must-have supply list—grab these essentials before hatch day so you’re ready to welcome your chicks without last-minute chaos.

The holiday season is upon us again, and what better way to spread the clucking cheer than with the perfect gift for your favorite chicken keeper—or even your flock? Whether you're looking to spoil your hens or surprise the chicken enthusiast in your life, we’ve got a feather-ruffling list of must-have items. From practical tools for the coop to quirky chicken-themed accessories, these gifts are sure to have everyone crowing with joy.

Here’s our ultimate chicken-themed gift guide for 2024!