I have two kids, 5 & 8, and live in South Texas. We have a space in our back yard that would be good for chickens, we think. Mom wants fresh eggs to eat, the kids want a pet(s), I want help to make this all happen. I am on board with the idea and am most worried about the chickens getting over the fence. Ill be reading the posts to get a better idea but know that my wife eats at least 2 eggs a day so I would need to produce at least a dozen eggs a week. Last thing, I wont want a rooster, but didn't know if chickens are loud at night? Will the cats and possums get them as they seem to frequent our back yard; until my son can learn how to use a BB gun.