How to Make Your Own Healthy Treats for Backyard Chickens
Making your own chicken treats is a wonderful way to supplement their diet, reduce kitchen waste, and strengthen your bond with your flock. Here’s a practical guide to creating nutritious, safe, and fun treats. 🚫 First, The Golden Rules Treats in Moderation: Treats should never exceed 10% of their daily intake. The core of their diet (90%+) must be a complete layer feed to ensure proper nutrition. No Spoiled or Moldy Food: This can cause serious illness. Avoid Harmful Foods: Never give avocado, chocolate, dried beans, green potato skins, caffeine, or salty/processed foods. Always Provide Fresh Water: Especially when giving treats. ✅ Safe & Healthy Base Ingredients Grains: Oats, cooked rice, quinoa, pasta (cooked, unsalted). Proteins: Mealworms (dried or live), scrambled eggs (shell included, crushed!), plain yogurt. Vegetables: Leafy greens, cucumbers, zucchini, pumpkin, squash, cooked sweet potato...