Hello from the eastern shore

[Linzlu713]

Hello out there! I am totally novice want-a-be small flock owner. I have gone through alot with my HOA just to get to a point of being able TO have chickens even though I have 2 beautiful acres in a rural neighborhood.I am about to order up to 6 chicks ( dont want roosters) I also have a very interested 9 year old boy and 6 year old girl. Thought raising chicks given we are homeschooling now would be a added benefit! Im overwhelmed with coop designs but need something not to expensive but safe from hawks, foxes and other local friends. I was thinking of brooding in my retrievers large wire dog crate with cardboard on side. ANY wisdom appreciated. Blessings- L

 

[Yorkshire Coop]

Hi &

Enjoy your time here with us all!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC.

Here are some helpful links:

• Great go-to resource - Articles
• Insightful feedback on how members manage their flocks - Topic of the Week back-catalogue

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[Isaac 0]

Welcome to BYC! It's great to have you here!

 

[Wee Farmer Sarah]

Hello and welcome to BYC! This is a great place to learn and share your chicken adventures.

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!
Best wishes and Be well!

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.

 

[N F C]

You might want to get the coop built as soon as possible....chicks grow very fast and will outgrow a brooder before you know it!

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hi and welcome to BYC! Take some time and browse through the forums! You can find many helpful threads and articles on brooding chicks and building coops. And feel free to ask any questions you might have!