Category: Animals and Livestock

I've been gardening for a long time, but all the soil options still confuse me. Let's clear up some here. Raised bed soil is a medium-weight, compost-rich soil with good drainage that will feed...

We have raised chickens in cold north winters for over a decade now and have learned just how hardy chickens really are. Chickens can survive cold winters with a sturdy coop, high-energy feed, and...

Having raised rabbits for 25 years, I've tried it all. Most people say rabbits shouldn't eat corn. I disagree. Rabbits can eat corn. Corn is an ingredient in most rabbit pellets. Cracked or whole...

I live in Michigan and breed rabbits year-round. My rabbits are outdoors, with minimal housing. Bunnies can safely be born outdoors in sub-zero temperatures. Temperatures colder than 20 degrees...

I’ve raised all the common chicken breeds, including Rhode Island Reds and Browns. I’ve had dozens of Rhode Island Reds and like them a lot. The Rhode Island Red is a docile domestic breed....

I’ve raised chickens for a long time now and tried numerous sizes of chicken coops. I’ll talk about the proper size needed so your chickens have enough space and you don’t build too big a...