There are hundreds of chicken breeds out there – how do you narrow it down to the perfect one? There are a couple of factors to consider when deciding the best breed for your yard. Climate The first thing to consider is your climate. Do you have very cold winters? Heavier breeds that can generate …
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The chicken’s coop & run are by far the biggest investment you will make as a backyard chicken keeper so you will want to give it some thought before purchasing or building one. Having the right design can literally make or break your chicken keeping experience. A well designed, easy to clean coop makes tending …
Chickens are really pretty low maintenance. Much less work than a dog, pretty similar to a cat – and they pay you back in tasty eggs! So what is involved in taking care of chickens? Daily Chores- 15-20 minutes Collect eggs – Once a day is fine. When a chicken lays an egg, there …
When I first started thinking seriously about keeping chickens in my backyard it was after seeing this adorable chicken coop on Pinterest. The coop was super adorable with a cute little picket fence in front of it, who wouldn’t fall in love with this?? If you have done any research on chicken coops, you have …
Chickens are great but there are a couple things you might want to think about before you commit to bringing those cute fuzzy chicks home. Remember, these are living animals and you are making a commitment to care for them properly. Noise – Most people are aware that roosters can be quite noisy, and …
There are so many reasons to start a backyard flock! Most people get into keeping chickens for the fresh eggs, but chickens can bring so much more to your life! Fresh, healthy eggs for you and your family The eggs you collect from your coop will of course be much fresher than store bought eggs. …
One of the challenges in beginning a new adventure is learning how to speak the language. Wondering the difference between a pullet and a hen? What the heck is a crop? Scroll down to learn Chicken Terms for Beginners for terms all new chicken owners should be familiar with! Bantam: A bantam is a “mini” chicken, …