Fur & Feather Hobby Farm

08/12/2026

Here’s a fun one. Is this a roo or a hen?

Typically Jumbo Browns males will have solid chests from light brown to a dark chestnut. Females have speckled chests.

This one has both! What do you think it is?

07/10/2026

We’ve been slowly introducing comfrey and Jerusalem artichoke greens to the rabbits to help supplement their feed and add some variety to their diet.

Both plants have been easy to grow and they seem to enjoy it!

07/09/2026

Our Jumbo Browns are now 4 weeks old so I wanted to share some numbers after we weighed them.

Out of 25 chicks, 15 are roos and 10 are hens.

The average weight of the roos is 7oz and the hens averaged 6.9oz.

Our Jumbo Whites average 8oz at 5 weeks.

We’ll see how they grow out and I’m looking forward to the 10 week weigh ins!

07/08/2026

07/08/2026

We’re giving the incubator a break for now, but looking forward to more hatching this fall.

After our vacation in August we’ll be hatching more Jumbo Whites and Jumbo White-Wing Pied!

07/06/2026

We need the rain, but this is a little dramatic

07/01/2026

We froze some porcelain 12x12 tiles over night. Let’s hope those plus the fans keep everyone cool today!

** INCOMING SIGNIFICANT PENNSYLVANIA HEAT WAVE **

While the temperatures will be high, it is the humidity that will be the driving factor of this upcoming heat wave. High temperatures in the 90s to lower 100s combined with dew points in the upper 60s to mid 70s will allow for maximum heat index values to rise into the 100s, up to as high as 110 for some areas, making those without A/C and cooling methods at high risk (especially the young and old). If you are at risk for heat illness, it is crucial to take this upcoming heat very seriously.

AREA A: Extreme long-duration heat expected with no to little overnight relief. Maximum heat index values will rise to between 106°F and 110°F all three afternoons. Overnight low temperatures may only drop to the mid-70s, and in some cases, the low-80s, especially in highly urbanized regions.

AREA B: Long-duration heat expected with minimal overnight relief. Maximum heat index values will rise to between 102°F and 106°F all three afternoons. Overnight temperatures will be in the low-to-mid 70s.

AREA C: Abnormal long-duration heat expected. Maximum heat index values will rise to between 98°F and 102°F all three afternoons, with localized spots up to 104°F. Overnight temperatures will be in the low-to-mid 70s.

AREA D: While escaping the 'worst' of the heat, these areas will be quite hot as well. Maximum heat index values will rise to between 95°F and 98°F all three afternoons, with localized spots up to 100°F. Overnight temperatures will be in the low 70s.

⚠️➡️Now is the time to prepare for the upcoming heat and humidity. Make sure your AC is ready, check on vulnerable neighbors, and take normal heat precautions. If you don’t have air conditioning, look into local cooling centers or other places to stay cool during the hottest parts of the day (shopping centers). Overnight relief will be limited, with warm and humid conditions continuing. Increased power demand is possible, so having a backup plan is always a good idea in the case of a power outage.

Stay safe, stay tuned, and stay cool!

06/25/2026

One day we’ll have turkeys. They’re just giant quail if you think about it

Meet the Beltsville Small White Turkey!

This heritage breed was developed to provide families with a smaller turkey for the dinner table. Known for their calm temperament and ability to breed naturally, Beltsville Small Whites are a great fit for small farms. Once nearly extinct, their numbers are growing thanks to renewed interest from families and conservation breeders. Listed as Threatened on the Conservation Priority List.

Learn more: https://livestockconservancy.org/beltsville-small-white-turkey/

06/21/2026

48 Jumbo White Chicks headed to their new home!

We’re done hatching for the summer so check back in around August to see what we have!