Étiquette : pets

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)Oregano is one of the more popular culinary herbs found in the kitchen. So it’s easy to see how chicken owners may wonder if they can use it to spice up their chicken’s diet.  Can chickens eat oregano? After extensive research, I discovered chickens could eat oregano and benefit …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)So can chickens freeze to death? Thankfully, the local chicken expert ― and close friend ― told me this: Yes, during the winter months, chickens can freeze to death. Lire la suiteGuinea Pigs Fruit and Vegetables Consumption (Feeding Guide)Even though they can live in freezing temperatures, prolonged exposure to …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)Carrots are a popular vegetable to grow during the summer months. So it makes sense that many poultry owners wonder if they can give their flock carrots. Can chickens eat carrots? Every expert agrees that chickens can eat carrots. It’s a recommended healthy treat with various beneficial nutrients (1). …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)Kale is a leafy green vegetable known for its superior nutritional value. So if you are raising backyard chickens, you may wonder, can chickens eat kale? According to experts, chickens can eat kale with outstanding results. In fact, this superfood is loaded with beneficial nutrients, especially vitamins A, C, …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)So, “can chickens eat asparagus?” you may wonder… Yes, chickens can eat asparagus. Lire la suiteGuinea Pigs Fruit and Vegetables Consumption (Feeding Guide)This vegetable is highly nutritious and will help the chickens acquire essential nutrients; you can feed this delight to your chickens (Yes!), either cooked or raw. Keep …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)Curious about the answer to “Can chickens eat French fries?” Luckily, a well-known chicken expert revealed I happened to know recently broke my long-awaited suspense: Lire la suiteGuinea Pigs Fruit and Vegetables Consumption (Feeding Guide)Yes, chickens can eat French fries. But be careful: being fried potatoes, these yellow treats …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)The question on everyone’s mind is, “can chickens eat crickets”… The answer is a resounding YES! Lire la suiteGuinea Pigs Fruit and Vegetables Consumption (Feeding Guide)Crickets are a nutritious source of protein and other vital nutrients for chickens ― but using chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers threatens …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)Wondering to yourself, “can chickens eat dandelions?” Be surprised: Yes, chickens can eat dandelions, including the leaves and stems. Lire la suiteGuinea Pigs Fruit and Vegetables Consumption (Feeding Guide)Dandelions, found in backyards and fields, are nutritious wildflowers packed with vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients and make for a great …

Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)If you have a flock of chickens, there’s a constant worry about them attracting large animals. But what about problematic smaller animals like rats? Do chickens attract rats? According to experts, they do attract rats through their droppings or leftover feed, and their presence can cause serious issues (1). …

They are an albino guinea pig with dark points on their snout, ears, and feet. Lire la suite( Safe & Toxic Food)The Himalayan guinea pig comes from the South American Andes and is another in a long list of guinea pigs that come with a unique cuteness. The Himalayan was once a wild animal but …