brand new to chickens, loving it but challenged too

[blessedflockmama]

Hello! I am brand new to chicken keeping but have looked forward to this for the last 5 years. We have 10 layers (just started laying in October) and 15 teenagers (easter egger barnyard mix with some copper maran in the mix). I have been enjoying the chats and so thankful for the wealth of info on the site. We are keeping chickens mostly as pets, compost manufacturers and egg production). We talk with our chickens and visit them regularly. My kids love giving them uppies and the chickens seem to enjoy the attention. So so much to learn.

 

[Tookie]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

 

[Fuchsia]

Hello and welcome to BYC. I’m glad you joined us.

 

[WingsysRoost]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad to have you here!

 

[007Sean]

Howdy, and Welcome to Backyard Chickens.

Happy to have you here with us. Enjoy your time here at BYC!

Thanks for joining our community!

 

[janiedoe]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[N F C]

It's nice to have you here, make yourself at home!

 

[Callender Girl]

Congratulations on finally getting your chickens! It sounds like they are totally fulfilling your expectations and then some. Talking to chickens is one of my favorite parts of the day!

Welcome to BYC; let us know how we can help you with ANYTHING!

 

[chrissynemetz]

Welcome to BYC! We're so glad you decided to join us!