First timer!

[Lindy R]

Hello! I’m not sure this is the appropriate place to post but I have decided to house some hens in my backyard! I’ve checked the town ordinance and all is well. Just wondering what comes next?
Thanks!

 

[-Chanticleer-]

You are buying laying hens or getting chicks?

 

[BarnyardChaos]

Here's a great place to start:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/how-to-raise-chickens.47660/#housing

Then please check out the BYC Learning Center (it's under the "Articles" tab above) for hundreds of articles on everything chicken.

Welcome to BYC! I look forward to hearing your stories and seeing photos! Pics are mandatory, you know (not really, but we LOVE pics!)

 

[TooCheep]

Welcome to BYC! Hopefully, you are still in the research phase and don't have any chickens just yet. Spend some time here, read, read, read, ask questions (people are very helpful here) and you will be well equipped for when you are ready to bring them in.

 

[Tired old Rooster]

Welcome to BYC. Now is the time for learning all you can and planning your setup.

 

[Lindy R]

You are buying laying hens or getting chicks?

I am buying hens.

 

[aart]

I’ve checked the town ordinance and all is well.

Are there any restrictions to size and location?

Just wondering what comes next?

Plan the design of your coop.
Lots to consider.
Number of birds to determine space needed, ventilation that works in all seasons.

Oh, and......
Where in this world are you located?
Climate, and time of year, is almost always a factor.
Please add your general geographical location to your profile.
It's easy to do, and then it's always there!

 

[-Chanticleer-]

I am buying hens.

Welcome . And how exciting! I would build the coop next then feed. The BYC community has been helpful with helping new chicken owners navigate keeping a backyard flock. I’ve learned so much since I’ve joined.

 

[Mrs. K]

Do NOT buy a pre fab coup unless you only want 2-3 hens. And bantams would be a better bird for them. They say they hold 6 birds but they don’t.

To me a walk in shed is best.

Mrs K

 

[Lindy R]

Welcome . And how exciting! I would build the coop next then feed. The BYC community has been helpful with helping new chicken owners navigate keeping a backyard flock. I’ve learned so much since I’ve joined.

Thank you!! Could I buy a coop that’s made already?