“When it snows, you have two choices: shovel or make snow angels.” We know that snow will surely fall soon. However, a third choice exists for backyard chicken owners: take care of your chickens. Managing a chicken coop effectively, especially in the winter, ensures healthy, productive and happy chickens. At BioZyme®, makers of Backyard Boost® […]
Chicken Predators Birds of a feather flock together, but there isn’t always safety in numbers. Especially when it comes to chickens and predators. Chickens, especially those found in backyards or raised free-range, are prey birds. They are susceptible to predatory animals—both wild and domestic—attacking them during both daytime and nighttime hours. At Backyard Boost®, we […]
Backyard chickens are generally pretty hardy birds. Especially in winter after they’ve undergone molting. However, they can be susceptible to extreme cold temperatures, so it pays to prepare. But, you may be wondering, how cold is too cold for chickens? If you’re looking to add a feathery friend to the family, it’s important to understand […]