Wildfire Preparedness Tips for Chicken Owners

2023-07-19T13:40:24-07:00

It is once again wildfire season in California, and that means it is time to review preparedness plans both for ourselves and our feathered friends. To ensure the safety of your chickens amidst the increased risk of wildfires, it's essential to take proactive measures. This article provides practical tips for chicken owners to prepare for wildfires. Plan ahead: Have an evacuation plan. Identify a safe place for your chickens before disasters strike, considering that public shelters and hotels may not allow chickens. Develop a buddy system with neighbors, friends, or relatives who can care for or evacuate your chickens if

Wildfire Preparedness Tips for Chicken Owners2023-07-19T13:40:24-07:00

Preparing For Disaster

2022-03-28T15:32:11-07:00

Disasters can hit at any time and, as luck would have it, they seem to occur when you least expect or can least afford them. From tornadoes that ravage the Midwest and South to the recurring and intensifying cycle of wildfires and floods along the Pacific coast, disasters have devastating consequences for humans and animals alike. Emergency plans rarely take animals into account and almost never consider backyard poultry. In this article, we’ll discuss how to best prepare to care for your backyard chickens when in anticipation of a disaster.   Know The Dangers In Your Area Understanding how specific disasters

Preparing For Disaster2022-03-28T15:32:11-07:00
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