I’m considering getting a few chickens and I’m nervous

[Lindaknipper]

My town just started allowing us to have a maximum of 6 hens, no roosters.
I have always wanted chickens but I’m nervous about starting
What/ where should I research first?
I have Storeys, hobby farms and a chicken in every yard books on my couch right now and I’m a bit overwhelmed

 

[pennyJo1960]

Allot to learn here first start in the learning section on here
Great resource Welcome to Backyard Chickens an of course most will answer any question we can

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Spend time reading in the forums and read articles that interest you. Ask questions in the appropriate forum when you can't find an answer and have lots of fun here!

 

[N F C]

Hi, it's nice to have you here! Here's a link to some good articles on getting started that might help: getting-started-raising-chickens.21

It might seem a bit daunting at first, but everyone is here to help you out.

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

As stated above, do some reading in our Learning Center, browse the forums and when you do get your chicks, ask as many questions as needed along the way. It may seem scary at first, its basic husbandry, cleanliness, good feed, lots of space and a healthy environment and they will do fine.

Welcome aboard!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Set your goals, study the forums, ask questions, plan and prepare, and you will be successful in establishing and maintaining your flock.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUN-omenal Flock!

I hope you enjoy BYC as much as we do!

 

[aart]

Caring for chickens day to day is pretty easy, getting setup in the beginning can be tricky.

Ditto Dat!!
Like getting a sip of water out of a fire hose!

 

[Lindaknipper]

Ok will do
Thank u

 

[LateBirdFarms]

Chicken care isn't really complicated, there are just a few points that are critical to get right in order to make it a more pleasant experience for both you and the ladies you decide on. And even when those critical steps are sometimes missed or misunderstood, chickens are amazingly hardy.

Your on the right track already, you haven't jumped into the deep end, run out and brought home chicks without getting your supplies and you've started researching! Good on you!

We're a friendly bunch, so after you've done some reading, if you still have questions about some specifics, the community will happily do their best to clear up any confusion or concerns with you!