In general, chickens make amazing pets. Getting chickens “for the kids” is a heartwarming idea that conjures up images of sun-dappled yards, giggling children collecting eggs, and cuddly hens ...

You can buy chicks and other baby poultry throughout the year, but there are several things to consider. In spring (February through June), you can find the broadest selection of breeds from ...

Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning to fill your yard with baby chicks Backyard chickens are gaining in popularity but there are lots of dos and don'ts to know. Posted March 26, 2017 ...

Baby chicks including Black Australorps, Rhode Island Reds and Buff Orpingtons huddle next to each other for warmth in their brooding pen. Kelly Rausch File photo With the rise in the price of ...

For one thing, baby chicks need sustained warmth (between 80-90 degrees F for the first month), meaning you'll need to either have an outdoor brooder box prepared or set them up somewhere indoors.

In 2004 the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy (ALBC) conducted a chicken census. The results were astounding: of 70 chicken breeds maintained in the United States, half were endangered and 20 ...