A breed spotlight of a really bougie breed: the Barnevelder
19 Jun 2026
Maybe It’s Marek’s...
Marek’s Disease has become the go-to diagnosis for everything online. But is it?
Ancient Chickens Shine Light on Ancient Poultry Disease
Link to the study referenced in the above article
(GRAPHIC PHOTO) Photo comparing normal chicken iris to Marek’s infected iris
Pathogen transmission from vaccinated hosts can cause dose-dependent reduction in virulence
Marek’s Disease - Biosecurity Tasmania
14 Mar 2026
Breed Spotlight: Svarthöna
A quick breed spotlight on a lesser known fibromelanistic chicken: the Svarthöna.
6 Mar 2026
S2 E2: Common Supplements Used for Parasite Control: Do They Work?
A look into some common supplements used by chicken keepers for parasite control. Do they actually work?
The Bougie Coop is sponsored by Eden Feeds.
Links to studies referenced:
Red Pepper (capsaicin): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9495104/ (as antibiotic activity and good for gut health)
https://kkgpublications.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/ijaps.5.50004-2.pdf (effect on parasites)
Pumpkin seeds: https://academic.oup.com/jas/article/103/Supplement_1/268/8139035 (No effect)
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/283678017_Evaluation_of_the_anthelmintic_activity_of_pumpkin_seeds_Cucurbita_maxima_in_mice_naturall
https://cast.desu.edu/sites/cars/files/document/16/pumpkin_seeds-worms_djo.pdf No effect
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10209233/ no effect laying hens
https://meridian.allenpress.com/avian-diseases/article/69/1/74/505621/Effect-of-Supplementation-with-Artemisia No effect at doses that would be commonly given to backyard hens
Garlic: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09712119.2019.1573731#d1e2387
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10854602/
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/22/3185
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0304401721002740
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV):
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8136961/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30450876/
Wormwood:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7070545/ (in sheep)
https://ijvar.org/index.php/ijvar/article/view/550/464
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/03079457.2024.2342882?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed#abstract
https://academicjournals.org/article/article1384248573_Seddiek%20et%20al.pdf
https://poultrydvm.com/supplement/wormwood
Diatomaceous Earth:
https://www.wpsa-aeca.es/aeca_imgs_docs/15369_com-11.pdf
10 Jan 2026
The Hard Cull: A Difficult Aspect of Chicken Keeping
We discuss one of the most difficult aspects of keeping chickens: euthanizing a sick or injured bird.
More information about humane euthanasia for chickens:
UC Davis Poultry Euthanasia Guidelines
Chicken Farmers of Canada On-Farm Chicken Euthanasia Guidelines
24 Nov 2025
Bonus Episode: Baby It's Cold Outside: Should Chickens Have Access to Heat?
It's that time of year again when everyone asks: "Do chickens need heat?"
The Bougie Coop proudly feeds and is sponsored by Eden Feeds: Montana grown, non-GMO ingredients. https://www.edenfeeds.com/
We are edited and made to sound better by Landis Podcast Editing. https://www.landispodcastediting.com/ Thanks, Jared!
For those who love to nerd out, here's some science:
https://modernpoultry.media/cold-temperatures-can-have-severe-consequences-for-poultry-health-and-welfare/?mp=1761680868201
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/15/12/1769
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/animal-science/articles/10.3389/fanim.2021.775311/full
https://extension.umn.edu/small-scale-poultry/caring-chickens-cold-weather
Sweeter Heater, made in the USA and the safest way to supply heat to your livestock: https://www.sweeterheater.com
12 Nov 2025
Baby It’s (Almost) Cold Outside: Prepping for Winter Weather
The weather is cooling off and soon it’s going to be the dark days of winter. Now is the time to prep your coop and your girls, and make your winter keeping a little easier!
Link to odor eating enzymes I use and recommend: Carefree Enzymes Poultry Odor Digester https://www.chewy.com/carefree-enzymes-poultry-coop-odor/
2 Nov 2025
Feeding Your Flock: What Should You Feed?
The basics of feeding your flock!
The Bougie Coop proudly feeds and is sponsored by Eden Feeds: Montana grown, non-GMO ingredients. https://www.edenfeeds.com/
We are edited and made to sound better by Landis Podcast Editing. https://www.landispodcastediting.com/ Thanks, Jared!
12 Oct 2025
Feeding Your Flock: Fermenting 101
Thinking about fermenting your chicken feed? This episode is for you! I explain what fermentation is, the common types we use, how easy it is to do it, and the benefits if gives your chickens.
For those of us who like to nerd out, here are some links to get into even more detail on gut biome and how it effects our companion animals:
Effects of heat stress on the gut health of poultry: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7323259/
Gut microbiome influences poultry welfare: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10177538/
Gut microbiome influences poultry welfare: http://modernpoultry.media/gut-microbiome-influences-poultry-welfare/?mp=1760312269386
Impact of probiotics on chicken gut microbiota, immunity, behavior, and productive performance—a systematic review: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/animal-science/articles/10.3389/fanim.2025.1562527/full
9 Aug 2025
Breed Spotlight: Salmon Faverolles
Our first breed spotlight showcases the very bougie Salmon Faverolles!
21 Jul 2025
Bonus Episode: Helping Your Girls Beat the Heat
It's hot out there! Here are some tips to help your girls beat the heat.
We discuss options for substrate, feeders, and waterers for your girls.
29 Jun 2025
The Bougie Coop: Chicken Keeping 101 - Coop & Run Considerations
This episode explores coop and run considerations for keeping chickens in smaller, suburban spaces, addressing common issues faced by suburban chicken owners.
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