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Why Raise Backyard Chickens?
Raising backyard chickens offers more than just a steady supply of fresh eggs. It’s a journey into sustainable living, providing valuable lessons in responsibility, the cycle of life, and the joy of caring for animals.
Choosing Your Chickens
Selecting the right breed is crucial for your backyard coop. Consider factors like climate, space, and what you hope to gain—be it eggs, companionship, or pest control.
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Setting Up the Coop
A safe, comfortable coop is the cornerstone of chicken care. Learn how to provide a predator-proof home, equipped with nesting boxes and perches, to keep your feathered friends happy. Setting Up Your Chicken Coop: Essentials for a Happy Flock.
Feeding Your Flock
A balanced diet keeps your chickens healthy and productive. From commercial feeds to kitchen scraps, discover what to feed your chickens and what to avoid. Feeding Your Backyard Chickens: Nutrition and Diet Tips.
Health and Wellness
Preventative care is key to a thriving flock. Recognize signs of common ailments and understand basic chicken first aid to keep your birds in top shape. Health and Wellness for Your Chickens: Preventing Common Ailments
Integrating Chickens into Your Garden
Chickens can be part of a permaculture garden, providing pest control and composting services. Learn how to balance free-ranging chickens with plant protection. Integrating Chickens into Your Garden Ecosystem.
