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burgerusmc

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Hey guys. I'm kevin from harford county MD, and I just got a chicken coop yesterday. Still trying to figure out what breed to get and how many to start, but I'm super excited to start this! Hope every one had a good new years.
 
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Hello from PA Kevin, nice to meet you.

Deciding on breeds was tough for me too, it's amazing how many there are to choose from! I'm on my 3rd flock. I have a pretty good mix , white leghorn, golden comet, both of which I've had before. The new to me breeds are Ancona, Rhode Island Red, Australorp and Easter Egger. I love the variety of the hens and also eggs I am getting. I found the breeds section and all it's reviews very helpful.

Good luck to you!
 
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Lots of good breeds out there. I am fond of the Orpington breeds...Buff Orps and the Black Australorps. Both of these breeds are very docile, friendly, great layers and are really kid friendly. They are also very health hardy.

Each chicken needs 4 to 5 square feet per bird in your coop, 10 square feet per bird in the run. So keep this in mind when you decide how many birds to get. However get at least 3 birds, in case one doesn't make it to adulthood and the remaining one is not alone.

Stop by our learning center as well. Lots of great articles on all the aspects of keeping chickens...https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

Good luck on this new journey you are on and if you have any questions along the way, feel free to ask. Welcome to our flock!
 

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