Chicken

How to Humanely Kill a Chicken: A Step-by-Step Guide

You are responsible for your chickens’ health and welfare, including ensuring that they have a humane death when the time comes. To make sure of a humane death, the method used must cause quick death or loss of consciousness without pain, suffering, or distress, followed by death. The 2020 edition of the AVMA Guidelines for … Read more

How Much Does a McDonald’s Chicken Sandwich Cost in 2023?

When cravings for chicken or fish hit, we’ve got you covered. Choose from savory classics like the McChicken®, Filet-O-Fish® and McCrispy™. All your favorite chicken and fish sandwiches are available in-store and through McDelivery. Download the McDonald’s app to join MyMcDonalds Rewards and start earning points to redeem for free McDonalds. McDonald’s chicken sandwiches are … Read more

How Much Oyster Shell Should You Give Your Chickens?

Oyster shell is an essential calcium supplement for backyard chickens. But how much should you provide? Getting the amount right ensures your hens stay healthy and lay strong eggs. As a chicken owner, you likely know that oyster shell provides calcium But why is calcium so important for chickens? And how much oyster shell does … Read more

What to Feed a Sick Chicken That Won’t Eat

What can I feed my sick chicken? Ailing chickens are often picky and can loose their appetite quickly. If a chicken stops eating or drinking, things quickly get worse, and you don’t have much time left to help them get better. That’s why it is so important to keep a sick chicken’s appetite stimulated and … Read more

why is my chicken molting

I remember the first time I watched our chickens go through their fall molt. I was so worried—I thought for sure my chickens were dying! They looked like a total mess. But after doing some research, I quickly learned that molting is a completely normal part of raising chickens. When they are chicks, chickens go … Read more

Uncovering the Ownership Behind Just Bare Chicken

American Humane, the first national animal welfare organization in the country, is recertifying Gold’n Plump and Just BARE poultry products because they continue to care for animals well. Gold’n Plump first achieved certification in 2011. “Gold’n Plump and Just BARE are familiar brands recognized by millions of Americans. We applaud their continued commitment to animal … Read more