There are a lot of terms when it comes to poultry that seem to be tossed around. All of these terms can become a bit confusing. Two of the more common terms used to describe poultry are hens and chickens. Let Dr. Jess set it straight – what’s the difference between a chicken and hen? …
Before feeding your chickens vegetable treats, including celery, spend a moment to find out if this type of snack is safe for them to eat. Feeding your chickens nutritionally-balanced foods is one of the best ways of keeping them happy, active, and healthy. Dr. Jess explains below…. Can chickens eat celery safely? What Do Chickens Normally Eat? …
This maybe an awkward thing for many to ask about but this bird question is asked so often! How does a rooster fertilize an egg? How do chickens become pregnant? Do hens have to mate in order to lay eggs? Dr. Jess explains it all below… Do Chickens Mate? The question you really are wanting …
Horses can be such majestic creatures, yet some of their behaviors are confusing. Horses have large mouths full of teeth and they can bite. Let the vet explain – why do horses bite? Dr. Jess explains why horses bite below: Let’s Talk Horses: Horses are equids, also known as an equine. An equine is just …
As backyard chickens grow in popularity so do the questions about their diets. Knowing what your chickens can and cannot eat is imperative to having a healthy, thriving flock. So the question is, can chickens eat mushrooms? The answer is a complicated one… Dr. Jess will answer this question and more below: What Do Chickens …
There’s horses and then there is celery. Horses tend to want to try to eat the darndest of things. So should you let your horse eat celery as a snack? Can horses eat celery without worry? Dr. Jess explains the answer below: What Do Horses Typically Eat? Today’s horse typically has meals made out of …
