Top 5 Christmas Gift Ideas for Chicken Keepers

For many backyard chicken keepers, their chickens are cherished members of the family, just like a dog to a dog lover or a cat to a cat lover. If you have a chicken keeper in your life, they'll be thrilled to find one of these special gifts wrapped under the tree.

1. Jolly Red Chicken Feeder

Every chicken coop needs a reliable feeder, but not all feeders are created equal. The Dine-A-Chook poultry feeder is a game-changer for those who've struggled with rat infestations, wasted feed, or rain-soaked food. This feeder almost completely eliminates feed wastage, helps deter rats, and keeps the feed dry. And because it's Christmas, why not surprise them with our festive jolly red chicken feeder?

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2. Dine-A-Chook Automatic Chicken Drinker

Give the gift of peace of mind with a Dine-A-Chook automatic chicken drinker. Perfect for busy chicken keepers, this drinker ensures their hens always have fresh water, even if they’re away for a couple of days. They'll appreciate the convenience and the freedom it brings!

3. An Incubator

Help your loved ones take chicken keeping to the next level with an incubator. It’s perfect for families with kids—there’s nothing more rewarding than raising chooks from chicks. An incubator is the gift that keeps on giving as they hatch and raise their own flock!

4. Chicken Kitsch

I know my chicken keeping friends all get excited about cute egg baskets as well as kitschy egg holders to display their freshly laid eggs!

Browse online such as TradeMe for heaps of adorable options - I'm a sucker for the vintage wire egg baskets and the chicken-shaped egg holders. And if an egg-basket is too practical, check out this awesome page ofChicken Gift Ideas on Pinterestfor everything from handbags to decorations, and crockery to jewellery.

Mason Cash and Burleigh UK also have a beautiful range of ceramic and stoneware decorated hen egg baskets which make for a lovely addition on the kitchen bench.

5. A Subscription to a Poultry Magazine

A subscription to a poultry magazine is a thoughtful gift that keeps giving all year round. Magazines like "Backyard Poultry" or "Practical Poultry" offer tips, advice, and inspiration for chicken keepers. It’s perfect for those who love to stay informed about the latest in poultry care, breeding, and coop innovations.