At the Kuegler mini-farm, we've had our flock of chickens for over two years, with egg production almost at the two-year mark. So, we've become quite used to the daily routine of checking food and water supplies and gathering eggs. The chickens are accustomed to our presence. In fact, they rush the door to their pen when they hear footsteps, in hopes of receiving leftover pizza crust or apple cores.With all of the human-chicken harmony, we were a little surprised recently when one of our girls changed from being a protective mother to being aggressive. As noted last
In New Hampshire, one of the biggest pest problems is skunks. They tend to roam around, digging up gardens and harassing people and pets. So, I have dealt with my fair share of the little buggers.
There has been big news at the Kuegler mini-farm over the past month. While TK and I were away on a business/vacation trip, two of our children and Grandma were left in charge of our flock of 15 chicke
