Heat A Chicken Coop Old Man Winter is coming, and he is a chicken predator many bird owners don’t often think about. However, did you know that chickens are surprisingly hardy birds, depending on the breed. Yet, they still need some help staying cozy when temperatures drop. When we need to get warm, we can […]
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How to Protect Chickens from Predators
Your backyard feathered friends are here for a reason. You enjoy their companionship. They are entertaining, fun to watch, and even relieve stress at the end of a long day. Those chickens become part of the family, just like any animal does. However, chickens in the backyard lend themselves to becoming prey. As hen-enthusiasts ourselves, […]
Chicken Predators: Stay on the Lookout
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 […]
How To Heat a Chicken Coop in Winter
Heat Chicken Coop in Winter As the cold winter months approach, it’s essential to ensure your chickens remain warm and comfortable. Chickens are surprisingly hardy birds, but they still need some help staying cozy when temperatures drop. Backyard Boost® is here to help! We’ve created an effective, beginner-friendly guide about how to heat chicken coop […]
How to Keep Your Coop Cool
The sizzling days of summer are approaching. You can dress down to your bathing suit and take a dip in the pool to cool down and feel refreshed. However, your feathered friends don’t have it so easy to cool themselves. With a feather coat year-round, they rely on their humans to keep them cool. Unless […]