50 Facts About Chickens That Will Ruffle Your Feathers

Did you know chickens are closely related to the Tyrannosaurus Rex?
Whether you prefer them as pets on a farm or on your dinner plate for a meal, here are 50 facts about one of the most classic farm animals!
There are more chickens on earth than people – 25 billion. There are also more chickens than any other bird species… Continue Reading

by The FACTSITE
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Salmon Faverolle All You Need To Know

by The Happy Chicken Coop

Salmon Faverolles originated in a small village in France called Faverolles. Their genetic composition is believed to be a mix of Houdan, Brahma, French Rennes, Flemish cuckoo, Malines, and Dorking.
It is entirely possible that other breeds were used too, we will never know for sure since no records exist of the creation of this breed. Read Article

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How To Choose The Perfect Egg Incubator (And Use It Properly)

In this guide, we will share with you how to choose the perfect incubator.
We will also walk you through the incubation process and hatching eggs.

Once you get an egg incubator, I think you can officially be labeled a ‘chicken addict’!
I always said I would never get an incubator – now I have two.
The fun of hatching your own chicken eggs is like having Christmas every day.
There are lots of different types of incubators out there, ranging from basic (still air) to fully automatic versions.
In this article, we will break down the best egg incubators, the types, and the pros and cons of each. Read Article

By The Happy Chicken Coop
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