Rhode Island Red Chickens as Pets. Rhode Island Red Chicken Owner's Manual


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Who wouldn't love to have a beautiful Rhode island Red chicken in their backyard? As the name suggests, this beautiful bird was created in Rhode Island in order to meet the increasing demands for eggs in the mid-1800s. To this day, the Rhode Island Red is one of the most popular breeds among people who are interested in having a lucrative egg business. Of course, there is more to this lovely bird than the commercial aspect. The bright red comb and the wattles against the dark or white feathers create great visual harmony. As a result, people love to include these birds in their backyards. They are extremely hardy and, therefore, make great urban pets. With the Rhode Island Red, showing and exhibiting is also very popular. People take great pride in owning these gorgeous birds. If you are a first time chicken owner, this book is your comprehensive guide to chicken care. Everything that you need to know about the health and proper development of your birds is in this book. This book takes you step by step through various chicken care practises that can be slightly intimidating for first time pet owners. You can read about common issues like feeding, housing and healthcare for backyard chickens. I do hope that this book is as informative as I intended it to be. It is simple and fun to read, I assure you. So, here is wishing you pleasant times with your beloved Rhode Island Red chickens. Covered in this book: - History - Bringing your chickens home - Preparing your home - Housing - Fencing - Daily Care - Interacting - Transporting - Managing the eggs - Health and well being - and a lot more.




The Prairie Homestead Cookbook


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Jill Winger, creator of the award-winning blog The Prairie Homestead, introduces her debut The Prairie Homestead Cookbook, including 100+ delicious, wholesome recipes made with fresh ingredients to bring the flavors and spirit of homestead cooking to any kitchen table. With a foreword by bestselling author Joel Salatin The Pioneer Woman Cooks meets 100 Days of Real Food, on the Wyoming prairie. While Jill produces much of her own food on her Wyoming ranch, you don’t have to grow all—or even any—of your own food to cook and eat like a homesteader. Jill teaches people how to make delicious traditional American comfort food recipes with whole ingredients and shows that you don’t have to use obscure items to enjoy this lifestyle. And as a busy mother of three, Jill knows how to make recipes easy and delicious for all ages. "Jill takes you on an insightful and delicious journey of becoming a homesteader. This book is packed with so much easy to follow, practical, hands-on information about steps you can take towards integrating homesteading into your life. It is packed full of exciting and mouth-watering recipes and heartwarming stories of her unique adventure into homesteading. These recipes are ones I know I will be using regularly in my kitchen." - Eve Kilcher These 109 recipes include her family’s favorites, with maple-glazed pork chops, butternut Alfredo pasta, and browned butter skillet corn. Jill also shares 17 bonus recipes for homemade sauces, salt rubs, sour cream, and the like—staples that many people are surprised to learn you can make yourself. Beyond these recipes, The Prairie Homestead Cookbook shares the tools and tips Jill has learned from life on the homestead, like how to churn your own butter, feed a family on a budget, and experience all the fulfilling satisfaction of a DIY lifestyle.




Raising Rhode Island Reds


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Unlock the secrets to successful poultry farming with "Raising Rhode Island Reds," your ultimate guide to thriving egg production and healthy, happy birds. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned chicken enthusiasts, this comprehensive eBook delves deep into the world of Rhode Island Reds, one of the most popular and productive breeds. Chapter by chapter, you'll explore the nuances of selecting the best breeding stock, ensuring optimal egg production through genetics and careful evaluation. Discover the science of incubation and learn how to create the perfect environment with the right incubator and precise control of temperature and humidity. Get ready to raise robust and healthy chicks with expert guidance on brooder basics, from lighting and heating to meeting nutritional needs. As your flock grows, design the ideal coop that maximizes health and safety, offering protection from predators while enriching their daily lives. Nutrition is key to egg-laying success. Dive into essential dietary components and learn how to supplement for better egg quality and manage feeding schedules effectively. Understand chicken behavior, navigate the social structure, and encourage natural instincts for a harmonious flock. Master the craft of egg production with insights on peak laying seasons, quality monitoring, and troubleshooting common issues. Health care essentials offer guidance on recognizing illness, managing parasites, and providing first aid, ensuring your flock remains in peak condition. Advance your farming with innovative light manipulation techniques and strategic breeding, while maintaining records that support data-driven decision-making. Whether you're marketing eggs or navigating legal regulations, this eBook provides all the tools you need for success. Integrate sustainable practices to build an eco-friendly operation, and connect with the farming community for further growth and learning. "Raising Rhode Island Reds" is your comprehensive companion to achieving thriving egg production and a flourishing poultry farm.







Popular Poultry Breeds


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Popular Poultry Breeds examines forty mainstream breeds of chickens and bantams divided into thirty-five chapters. Most breeds exist in several plumage colour varieties, and in large and bantam (miniature) size versions, all of which are also included in this comprehensive book. Detailed histories of each breed are given, in many cases including the names of the breeders and where they lived. Also, the special management and selective breeding requirements needed for certain breeds is studied, even if they are not going to be entered into shows. The book includes helpful descriptions of the breeds, and is beautifully illustrated in full colour with over 180 photographs of prize-winning birds and nearly ninety reproductions of exquisite old prints of artist's drawings. This painstakingly researched reference work is aimed at smallholders, hobbyist poultry keepers, serious enthusiasts and those researching chicken breeds.




The Chicken Chick's Guide to Backyard Chickens


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Kathy Shea Mormino, aka The Chicken Chick, shares her wealth of experience as a chicken keeper in a fun and abundantly illustrated format in The Chicken Chick's Guide to Backyard Chickens.




Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds


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More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of this definitive primer for intrepid poultry farmers and feather fanciers alike. From the Manx Rumpy to the Redcap and the Ancona duck to his Aylesbury cousin, each breed is profiled with a brief history, detailed descriptions of identifying characteristics, and colorful photography. Comprehensive and fun, Storey’s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds celebrates the personalities and charming good looks of North America’s quirkiest barnyard birds and waterfowl.




The Field Guide to Chickens


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DIVThe story of the chicken traces the interactions of cultures around the globe. From Southeast Asia 8,000 years ago, chickens spread to ancient China and Japan, the Middle East, Europe during the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, and, from there, the world. Today, chickens fuel our poultry meat and egg industry. They also inspire the time-honored tradition of poultry exhibition and, increasingly, can be found in the backyards of folks who yearn for a simpler time. The Field Guide to Chickens provides a wealth of information on the sixty-one chicken breeds recognized by the American Poultry Association. From utilitarian egg layers to exotic show birds, from tiny bantams to large fowl, Pam Percy enlightens readers on the wonderful world of poultry. Essential for tyro fowl fans as well as longtime chicken breeders, this handy pocket-sized field guide includes a glossary, resources, and chapters describing the chicken’s history, behavior, eggs and chicks, and ""everything but the cluck."" Indispensable and easy-to-use, this guide gives readers an ""egg up"" on the wonderful world of chickens./div




The Complete Idiot's Guide To Raising Chickens


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Readers will flock to this book Raising chickens is a growing trend hitting urban and suburban areas, as well as the country. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Chickens covers every aspect of raising chickens, whether one lives in the country, suburb, or city. People wanting their own supply of organic, additive-free, free-range eggs want to know how to keep their chickens healthy and egg producing. • How to choose what to start with-chicks, pullets, or hens • How best to feed and water • Coverage of the most popular breeds • Everything about eggs, including how to sell them




Chick Days


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Jenna Woginrich chronicles the life journey of three chickens (Amelia, Honey, and Tilda) from fluffy, newly hatched bundles to grown hens laying eggs of their own. As you watch these chickens grow, you’ll learn everything you need to know about chicken behavior, feeding, housing, and health care. This playfully informative guide will inspire you to confidently raise your own feathered flock.