I got the go-ahead!
We're going to raise up some chicks, along with ours, for the garden teacher at my daughter's school. I'm ready to get the coop, clean it, and build up the run and tractor. First things first: I need to get the brooder in order, agree with the teacher about where we want to...
Thanks Jeremy!
I've definitely considered all of those breeds except Orpingtons, though a bantam would fit in. My original idea was to go with a few Millie D'Uccles and a standard Easter Egger, though I'm certainly open to alternatives.
Hey all!
I have access to a free small pre-made coop, waiting for my wife to give her permission for us to keep chickens. Since we're close to neighbors and in Richmond, I want to keep quiet pullets only for pets and laying. My first thought is to get a few bantams, with a standard size bird...
Hi everyone!
The wealth of information here is almost overwhelming. I'm trying to convince my wife to let me keep chickens in our yard and I need to have as much info as I can handle, to answer any question she may have in the process.
Thank you all for being so welcoming!