Before your baby chicks arrive, you should have the basics ready to go: a warm brooder, bedding, a chick feeder, a chick waterer, chick starter feed, and clean water.
If you are looking for a chicken breed with a lot of personality, Silkies are easy to love. Their soft, fluffy appearance makes them stand out right away, and they are often one of the first breeds people consider when they want a backyard flock that feels a little more personal.
Not every chicken breed is a great fit for a small backyard coop. If your setup is more cozy than sprawling, breed choice matters. Smaller birds usually need less room, eat less feed, and can be easier to manage in tighter backyard spaces.
Bringing home backyard chickens for the first time is an exciting first step in a journey that can last for decades. But it’s only natural to stumble along the way when you’re new to the world of chicken keeping. To ensure a smooth start, and a happy, healthy, flock, here are some common mistakes to… Read more »
When you decide to raise backyard chickens, you’re not the only one who is impacted by that decision. Your neighbors will also be impacted. This is especially the case if you live in a city or suburb where you live right next to each other. So, before you start building your coop and gathering supplies,… Read more »
We at Chickens for Backyards think that everyone should experience the joys of raising backyard chickens. But we also understand that many people have concerns about taking the leap into the world of chickens. While many of these concerns are legitimate, just as many are based on myths and misconceptions. That’s why we’re taking the… Read more »
Just because you live in the city doesn’t mean you don’t enjoy a taste of the country life. Raising chickens can help you do just that, but it does come with some problems. Fussy neighbors, lack of space, and city ordinances are all things that you will have to contend with if you plan on… Read more »
