About Marek’s Disease

All-You-Need-To-Know-About-Marek’s-Disease-Blog-Coverby The Happy Chicken Coop

Marek’s disease is an insidious disease that catches many keepers by surprise. Its effect on your flock can be devastating.
We’ve discussed Marek’s in the past, however there is much mis-information out there, so this article will clarify matters for you and your birds… Continue Reading

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Chickens and Frostbite

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by The Happy Chicken Coop

During these cold winter months, your girls have a lot more to worry about than lack of daylight! One of the biggest problems which can occur is frostbite.
It was Ben Franklin that said ‘an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure’. He may not have been talking about chickens at the time, but he was certainly right when it comes to frostbite! Continue Reading

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Expecting Baby Chicks Soon? Are you Prepared?

Preparing For The Arrival Of Your Baby Chicks
by The Happy Chicken Coop

You have chosen your breeds, placed your order, and are waiting for the arrival of your new chickens. Now what?
Well, instead of sitting and waiting, you should make sure you have everything you need and that it works well in advance of the arrival of your chicks! Continue Reading

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