Before you "bawk" at the idea, urban chicken keeping is on the rise these days. What was once a way to get by during the depression era, has now come back into vogue thanks to those who are keeping coops of their own. Have you thought about engaging in this agricultural hobby? If so, then you are not alone. There are a number of benefits to raising your own chickens. Not only can you grow your own food, eat fresher and healthier, you can also use chicken waste to fertilize your own garden! Not only that but it is a wonderful way to introduce your family to small scale "farming."
Before buying any livestock, be sure to check with your HOA or city ordinances to insure that you CAN keep chickens on your property. Then research the types of chickens that might be right for you as well as the number of birds you will be able to accommodate. Make sure to network with other chicken keepers in your area to see how they do it and to look at coop designs. You will want to make sure that your coop is built of strong material and that it is safe for the chickens.
Purchase your feed before you bring the birds home. Food can be purchased in a number of locations so ask around to find the best deals and the best selection. Once you have the animals in place, spend time getting to know them and read their "cues." Animals will communicate, but you have to take note of what they are saying. Of course it goes without saying that your coop should be cleaned daily and that your birds should have plenty of the necessities at their disposal. With so many chicken keepers out there and a wealth of websites dedicated to the hobby, there's nothing stopping you from going to the birds!
Before buying any livestock, be sure to check with your HOA or city ordinances to insure that you CAN keep chickens on your property. Then research the types of chickens that might be right for you as well as the number of birds you will be able to accommodate. Make sure to network with other chicken keepers in your area to see how they do it and to look at coop designs. You will want to make sure that your coop is built of strong material and that it is safe for the chickens.
Purchase your feed before you bring the birds home. Food can be purchased in a number of locations so ask around to find the best deals and the best selection. Once you have the animals in place, spend time getting to know them and read their "cues." Animals will communicate, but you have to take note of what they are saying. Of course it goes without saying that your coop should be cleaned daily and that your birds should have plenty of the necessities at their disposal. With so many chicken keepers out there and a wealth of websites dedicated to the hobby, there's nothing stopping you from going to the birds!
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