Skip to main content

Chicken advice

Free expert advice for pet chicken owners

Explore our chicken advice articles authored by our poultry behavior and pet support specialists at Woodgreen.

I'm thinking about adopting chickens I have chickens and need advice
Chickens in the garden

Thinking about adopting chickens?

There are many things to consider when taking on chickens, these facts will provide you with some basic information to help you decide if chickens are for you.

Top chicken advice articles

Explore our articles for expert advice on caring for your feathered friends.

Couldn’t find what you were looking for?
Explore more articles

ADVICE

Look after your chickens in cold weather

We love our pets, especially chickens and during the colder months, it’s important to make sure they continue to be happy and healthy. Our guide is packed with top tips on how to keep your chickens as comfortable, warm and safe in winter.
Read more about 'Look after your chickens in cold weather'
ADVICE

How to make your chickens feel at home

Your chickens will soon become bored and unhappy if you don’t give them activities and toys to enjoy. They need mental and physical stimulation and to be allowed to practice natural behaviours.
Read more about 'How to make your chickens feel at home'

Couldn’t find what you were looking for?
Explore more articles

Explore all our chicken advice articles

Use the filter below

ADVICE

How to spot bumblefoot in chickens

Bumblefoot is the common name for a form of pododermatitis or inflammation of the foot.

Read more about ''
ADVICE

Your chickens' health: what to look out for

A happy, healthy chicken will appear bright and alert.

Read more about ''
ADVICE

Look after your chickens in cold weather

We love our pets, especially chickens and during the colder months, it’s important to make sure they continue to be happy and healthy. Our guide is packed with top tips on how to keep your chickens as comfortable, warm and safe in winter.

Read more about ''
Sebright Chickens, small pets at Woodgreen

Our expert chicken care guide

Want to raise healthy, happy chickens? Our expert chicken care guide covers everything you need to know. From the best diet and secure housing to common health issues and enrichment ideas.

Let's do it