Winter can be a challenging season for any barn, but with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. From nutrition support to all the cold-weather essentials, Spikes & Houles is here to help you care for your animals safely and confidently all winter long. Stay warm, stay stocked, and stop in anytime—you’ve got this!
Chicken
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Winter Tips for Your Barn
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Spikes & Houles' Guide to Ordering Chicks
December 9, 2024If you’re thinking of starting your own backyard flock, it can be hard to resist the cute little chirps coming from the aisle of your local Spikes & Houles store. At Spikes & Houles we are committed to providing a high standard of care for the chicks while in our possession. You can always call the store with any questions or concerns & we will do our best to help!
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Winter Chicken Care
February 3, 2024Taking care of your chickens during the winter months should not be stressful.
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VIDEO: Tips for Your Backyard Chicken Coop | Garden Guy Dale
April 19, 2023Garden Guy Dale joined Good Day to share tips & tricks for your backyard chicken coop.
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Feeding Mealworms, Grubs and Crickets to Poultry & Wild Birds
February 17, 2023Spikes carries dried mealworms & grubs in a multitude of sizes from 3.5 ounce to 5 pound bags. Dried insects are a great addition to add to any bird's diet from chickens to wild birds.
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Tips & Tricks to Keep Chickens Happy & Healthy in Winter!
January 20, 2023Our chicken experts have tips & tricks to help your chickens not just survive the winter, but thrive!
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Do Chicken Coops Need To Be Heated?
October 13, 2022No, coops do not need to be heated.
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Chick Care After Picking Up Your Chicks
April 9, 2021When you get home from Spike's, there are many different factors to consider when you care for your new chicks. -
Choosing a Backyard Chicken Breed
January 3, 2020The breed you choose should have a reputation for being docile, friendly and tame. Fortunately there are many breeds that fit this description.
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Chicken Coops
November 17, 2019There are two types of chicken coops, permanent with attached fencing or portable.