​Many different things can happen to an egg as it is laid, causing many to wonder if the egg is still good to eat. Here is my guide to set your mind at rest.

1. Local Fodder Stores (south/west districts)

2. Backyard Poultry website

3. GumTree

4. Facebook Poultry Groups

5. Local Breeders

6. Poultry Club Sales

Adelaide Chicken Sitting Service does NOT sell poultry.
I do NOT sell poultry.
For a third and final time....I do NOT sell poultry.
I receive calls on a very regular basis asking to buy my hens.
​Sorry guys, no sale!

How to clean a dirty egg without removing the protective bloom.

Guess who is in a book?
​Me and 30 other amazing Australian chicken owners

​During the wet season, if poultry are running in muddy areas, over time they can develop hard mud balls on the ends of their toes. It is important to remove them, not just because it is uncomfortable, but the mud can also harbour microbes and other parasitic insects.

The most commonly asked question in chicken keeping is "What should I NOT feed my hens?" AVOCADO tops the list, but many dispute this because their 'chickens haven't died yet.'
In actual fact, it's more toxic that what most people expect.​

​I frequently sing the praises of treadle feeders and wonder why more poultry owners don't use them.
Treadle Feeder are also known as AUTOMATIC FEEDERS.

It always comes back to those who have tried, gave up...or cheat.

Instructions under the lid on a Grandpa's Feeder - never to be lost.

Unscrewing the screw that keeps the lid open for final closure. on a Grandpa's Feeder.

During high winds and rain, the small treadle feeder tipped over while the Grandpas Feeder stayed and kept food dry.

What can be put in the duck pond water that won't hurt the ducks and fish but effectively clean the algae? Here are a few good tips.

Filtration & Cleaning Options

ISA Brown, Hy-Line or New Hampshire x hens are highly prized for beginners: they train you. However, their short life span often make people seek out a longer lasting breed. So which one is right for you?

Big Chicken or Little Chicken?

Big Eggs or Little Eggs?

Eggs often or less often?

Things To Consider

Top 9 Chicken Breeds to try after ISA Browns

Australian Spring chores are necessary to keep the hens healthy and laying well. Just after the Winter Solstice the girls should start laying again. By Spring, they should all be popping out eggs and this can mean a whole lot more interesting times ahead.
​Here's your 'how to' for Spring.

#1 Cut back on treats

#2 Mow the grass

#3 Coop clean, pest dust and worm poultry

#4 Broodies

#5 Hatching time

#6 Fertilising the Garden