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 – 5-10 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 can …
There are so many reasons to start a backyard flock! Yes, the eggs are great, but chickens can bring so much more to your life! Fresh, healthy eggs for you & your family Most people decide to keep chickens for the obvious benefit of having fresh eggs. But did you know that fresh eggs from …
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, …
