
Raising Chickens 101 - Chicks, Breeds, Coops, Tips
Does your pet make you breakfast? Tips & Tricks for raising chickens, building chicken coops, & choosing chicken breeds + ask questions in our community forum
Choosing the Right Chicken Breed: A Guide for Beginners
Jan 25, 2025 · Choosing the right chicken breed is a decision that will have a big impact on your flock’s success. By considering your primary purpose (eggs, meat, or both), your local climate, the amount …
Keeping a House Chicken… How, When, and Why? - BackYard Chickens
Jul 31, 2025 · Reasons why, when, and how you should keep a house chicken. Includes real life examples, helpful resources, and alternative options to keeping a house chicken.
Chickens are cool! (50 chicken facts you will love)
Jul 28, 2014 · 31. If a chicken has red ear lobes, it will lay brown eggs; if white, white eggs. 32. Chickens will lay fewer, but larger eggs as they grow older. 33. A chicken heart beats more than 300 times a …
The Anatomy and Physiology of the Chicken - BackYard Chickens
Feb 6, 2019 · When you own a chicken, it is very important to understand the anatomy and physiology of your bird. Anatomy is the science of the structure of animals. Physiology is the science that deals …
Chicken Coops | BackYard Chickens - Learn How to Raise Chickens
Thousands of Chicken Coop designs, pictures, plans, & ideas! See examples of chicken coops in every size, shape, & budget.
What Is The Life Expectancy of Chickens? - BackYard Chickens
Mar 23, 2022 · A heritage chicken is one that has been naturally raised and bred, while a hybrid chicken is one that has been selectively bred for specific traits. Chickens of heritage are naturally capable of …
Chicken walking like a penguin. - BackYard Chickens
Jun 16, 2017 · If you look up "chicken walking like a penguin", a lot of times it will come up as (this chicken may be egg bound) but don't let that fool you. There can be quite a few reasons to why your …
Forum list | BackYard Chickens - Learn How to Raise Chickens
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Top 10 Chicken Predators - BackYard Chickens
Oct 14, 2025 · Chicken wire keeps chickens in but it doesn’t keep predators out. Use hardware cloth for walls, vents, and windows. Lock up tight. Close the coop every night and use sturdy locks. Bury your …