Common Mistakes Poultry Keepers Make (And How to Fix Them)

Loved reading this, a lot of things I wish I had done were on here. Especially (a) getting a good coop at the beginning/having one too small and (b) emergency first aid kit. I remember when Ponyo, my sisters Rhode Island Red, got really sick (she unfortunately passed) and the people on here were amazing and super helpful, but I didn't have the supplies on hand, including Nutri-Drench, aquarium tubing (for tube feeding her) and tons of other things. Had lots of good information, I liked the links attached, and the article was engaging.

Will have to keep this on hand. Great links, thanks for posting

Well written article. The links to more detailed articles were very useful. I often have a hard time finding additional articles on a particular subject. This article makes it easy to keep track of those additional resources. Thanks for the time and effort put into writing this article.

Such an important article. Thank you. I have a small enough flock (eight chickens) I can observe them well. These tips add to my list of what to look out for.

Great article introducing the common mistakes made in raising chickens! Love the links included with the article!

All the things I should have known before I bought chickens. Do it correctly right from the beginning. It’s waaaay easier than fixing all the mistakes.

All very true info, the pictures are nice. I have found out the hard way with some of these things, so I am glad that there are articles out there like this so others will not make the same mistakes!

Great article. It ticks many boxes to keep in mind. Especially for newbies, but it’s also interesting read for experienced chicken keepers.

Thanks BYC manager for putting this article in the spotlight.

This should be recommended reading for anyone considering keeping poultry

a checklist of things you shouldn't do. Very well written, comprehensive and easy to read.

Good information for a new chicken keeper like myself.

This article has good descriptions and symptoms about what to look for if your chickens Naught be sick.

Really great information on chicken keeping.

I especially like the size and quality of coop information. I’m always upset to see how many people have small dingy coops. Even people who advertise eggs or chickens for sale have no shame in showing pictures revealing horrible conditions- coops covered in manure. No hay or bedding anywhere.

Great information

Real information about starting out with chickens. If you're new you should read this article before starting. Also great information for older keepers looking to refresh memory. Well done!