Author: Tanner Barnsley
I'm Tanner, the guy behind the clucks and feathers at ChickenRise.com. I guess you could say I'm the chief chicken wrangler, but really, I'm just a regular dude who fell head over heels (or should I say beak over talons) for the world of chicken raising. My journey into the realm of poultry parenthood started when I decided to trade my city slicker shoes for some good ol' muck boots. One day, I found myself elbow-deep in straw, surrounded by a bunch of curious cluckers. And you know what? I haven't looked back since. ChickenRise.com? Well, that's my little corner of the internet where I spill the beans (or should I say feed?) on everything chicken-related. From coop hacks to eggscellent recipes, I'm on a mission to share the highs, lows, and downright hilarious moments of raising these feathered friends. When I'm not busy wrangling chickens or typing away at the keyboard, you can probably find me in the coop, swapping stories with my flock or perfecting the art of the chicken dance (trust me, it's a thing). So, if you're as crazy about clucks and coops as I am, join me on this wild, feather-filled ride at ChickenRise.com. Because let's face it, life is just better with a bunch of feathery friends by your side! Yours in feathers and fun, Tanner
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Barred Rock vs Wyandotte: Which Chicken is Right For You?
When I first got into chicken keeping I was clueless about the different breeds. I just thought they were all the same…
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Barred Rock or Maran – Which is Really the Best Egg layers?
I’ve always found chickens to be fascinating creatures. Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve loved watching them peck around in…
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Barred Rock or Cuckoo Maran – Which Breed is Best for You?
I know choosing your first chickens can seem overwhelming with so many breeds to pick from. Well buckaroo, let me tell ya…
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Why Your Chickens Will Totally gobble Down Chicken – The Whole Pecking Deal
Alright friend, when I told ya about catching my girls chowing chicken the other day, looks like that piqued your curiosity! Well…
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You Won’t Believe If Chickens Can Really Chomp Down on Gizzards!
Last weekend I was out in the coop like any other Saturday, tossin’ out scratch and grain for the hens. But this…
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Can Chickens Really Enjoy Chicken Alfredo? I Ate it to Find Out!
I’m gonna tell ya a story about the time I fed my chickens some chicken alfredo leftovers and ended up eatin’ some…
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Will Your Chickens Really Flock to Chicken & Dumplings?
Me and Jake were just shootin’ the breeze on his front porch after a long day of work when all of a…
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Will Chickens Really Eat a Dead Chicken in Their Flock? The Disturbing Truth
Buddy, let me lay it all out for ya about that crazy night. It was pourin’ cats and dogs and the power…
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When Can Baby Chickens Start Eating Adult Chicken Feed? From Starter to Adult
I had just finished collecting the eggs from my backyard chicken coop when I noticed the little brood of new chicks cheeping…
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Can Backyard Chickens Eat Rotisserie Chicken Bones? The Truth About Feeding Chicken to Chickens
Alright friends, I’ve got a doozy of a story for y’all about a heck of an adventure I had with my flock…
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Buff Orpingtons vs. Speckled Sussex : A Battle for Your Backyard
Now I know the age-old question: fluffy Buff Orpingtons or speckly Sussex chickens? Which docile backyard beauties will rule the roost at…
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Buff Orpingtons vs Australorps: Which Backyard Chicken is Best?
I’ve been raising chickens in my backyard for nigh on 5 years now. You wouldn’t believe some of the antics those feathered…
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Can Chickens Eat Peanut Butter and Jelly?
Well folks, I learned the answer to this question the hard way. It all started one sunny spring afternoon when I was…












