Fowler Beds & Farms

Yesterday at the Fowler Beds and Farms!

Here are some facts about chickens that may surprise you!
Chickens have very good memories. They can solve puzzles by pecking at the pieces with their beaks to let their human helpers know which ones go where. Chickens have also been caught on tape finding treats hidden under cups. In this video, the clever bird remembers each time that the green cup will provide a reward!
Chickens can also recognize up to 100 different human faces. I have visited farm animal sanctuaries—places where rescued animals from the meat, dairy, and egg industries get to live out their lives in free open space with their friends—and each time I return to one, the chickens I’ve spent the most time cuddling with and feeding come running right up to me giving a chirp, just like my family dog would greet me after a few months away.
Speaking of chirping, chickens are quite talkative, too! They make around 30 different calls to communicate with each other, expressing everything from “thanks for the food!” to “there’s a predator in the coop!” People who live with chickens in their homes, like Instagram blogger know exactly what their birds are saying and what they need, just like a mother understands her baby’s different cries.
My favorite (and the most surprising) chicken fact is that they love to purr, just like cats! Check out this video showing the two animals side-by-side. When a chicken is happy, cozy, and safe, they will close their eyes and purr softly. Holding a happy young chick in my arms and petting her soft, fluffy head while she chirped and purred was one of the best feelings.

So cute!! Looks familiar?

Great photography 🥰