Chickens and Gardens: A Perfect Match

The video explores the benefits of keeping chickens as pets, highlighting their positive impact on mental health and their role in gardens. It covers space requirements, henhouse construction, and predator-proofing. The video also discusses enrichment activities, feeding practices, and gardening strategies to manage chickens. Proper handling techniques and health checks are demonstrated to ensure chicken well-being.

What is one of the mental health benefits of keeping chickens?

• They help you exercise more.

• They provide companionship and entertainment.

• They improve your diet.

• They reduce household chores.

How much space is recommended per chicken in a henhouse?

• 2 meters per chicken

• 1 meter per chicken

• 0.5 meter per chicken

• 0.1 meter per chicken

What is a crucial feature to include when building a henhouse?

• A swimming pool

• A fox-proof design

• A television

• A heating system

What is one way to keep chickens entertained?

• Provide them with a mirror

• Give them a daily bath

• Play loud music

• Let them roam freely in the house

What type of diet is recommended for chickens to ensure nutritious eggs?

• A diet of only kitchen scraps

• A diet of only vegetables

• A balanced diet with micro pellets

• A diet of only grains

What should be done with uneaten scraps after a day?

• Throw them in the trash

• Move them to the compost

• Leave them for another day

• Feed them to other animals

What is a benefit of using pea straw in the chicken run?

• It prevents chickens from flying away

• It keeps the chickens warm

• It serves as a good mulch for the garden

• It attracts more chickens

How can you protect seedlings from chickens?

• By placing them on a high shelf

• By planting them in a different garden

• By using a bin to cover them

• By spraying them with water

What is the correct way to hold a chicken?

• By its tail

• By controlling its wings and feet

• By its beak

• By its neck

Why is it important to check chickens for pests?

• To prevent them from flying away

• To make them more friendly

• To maintain their health and prevent diseases

• To ensure they are clean