Caring for animals is an integral part of off-grid living and homesteading. In the Animal Care category, you’ll find a wealth of information on raising and nurturing various animals that contribute to a more sustainable and self-sufficient homestead.
If you are new to raising animals, chickens are a great place to start. Our guide on “How to Start a Small Scale Chicken Farm” will get you headed in the right direction.
How to Make Homemade Chicken Feed for Beginners There’s nothing quite like gathering fresh eggs from your own hens, but if you’ve been buying bags of commercial chicken feed, you know how quickly those costs can add up. Not only is store-bought feed expensive, but most brands are packed with fillers and mystery ingredients you […]
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Raising backyard chickens has become a popular trend for homesteaders, suburban families, and even urban dwellers—but is it actually saving you money? With grocery store egg prices fluctuating and feed costs on the rise, many are asking whether backyard egg production is truly worth the investment. In this post, I am going to break down
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Have you been dreaming of having your very own flock of chickens and enjoying fresh eggs right from your backyard? In today’s post I will be sharing all my tips on how to start a small scale chicken farm from scratch as a beginner. Raising chickens can be such a rewarding experience, providing
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If you have never heard of this, you may be wondering why you should feed your eggshells back to your chickens? Well, it is actually natural for chickens to eat eggshells. Animals are very smart and know exactly what their bodies need and how to go about getting it. For chickens, they will eat their
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As with most animals, it is essential to understand that each chicken breed has its pros and cons. When choosing what breeds to add to your flock, there are several things to consider. My biggest priority is selecting a species that has a good temperament. For me, this is especially important as I have two
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