Neil Armitage (33)

My name is Neil and I have been keeping various types of poultry for more than 20 years in difficult conditions. I find quail fascinating and enjoy keeping them and writing about what I have learned in the process.

Rearing quail in the family setting will make them more friendly and better pets.

Can quail be pets? And how to integrate them into the family home. 

A covey of quail in a cage.

Understanding quail behaviour. The social dynamics of the flock and the signs of trouble.

New quail of any age will need a few days to acclimatise and adapt to their new home..

Welcoming your new arrivals: How to introduce your quail to their new home and ease the transition.

A couple of my quail

How much do quail cost, tips for picking the best birds and where to buy them.

A quail in close up.

Beginners Quail Quandaries. Getting started on your quail journey

How to dust a quail with DE

Diatomaceous earth for Quail: Practical tips and application methods

Image of red poultry mite at 10 times resolution.

The pests and parasites on and inside quail and how to identify and treat them.

2 pairs of button quail on pasture

Do quail need to be free range on grass, pasture and have access to the outdoors.

Holding a quail in my hand.

Catching and holding quail safely and comfortably.

Quail and their keeping on the homestead.

Backyard quail culture: Small scale solutions for homesteaders.

A close up showing the feathers of a quail

Preening, cleaning and feather care in Quail.