New to Backyard Chickens/Hens.....

[Sassy13]

Hello, I would like to learn more about chickens/hens and coops before I purchase them.
I live in NM, where we have typical desert climates. Hot summers and cold winters with snow. I have about 100 sq.ft space for the coop and run. I am mainly looking for 4-5 chickens in the backyard.
I am mainly looking for hens that have a quiet friendly disposition. Any suggestions for good hatcheries? or breeds that do well together?

 

[Kale the Quail]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[drumstick diva]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens, the pulse beat of the poultry community

 

[Vickischics]

Welcome, this is the Best place to learn all about chickens. I joined last week and the people on here are AMAZING! And many are darn right EXPERTS!! All you have to do is ask.
Now...Go get some chickens!!!

 

[viennaproto]

Welcome to BYC!!

 

[Sassy13]

Yes I have been researching about BYC for a long time. They have such great info. I finally decided to give it some serious thought and get chickens.
We have a big vegetable and herb garden, but the only thing missing I believe are chickens!
We also have a very docile older kitty!

 

[Vickischics]

Welcome to BYC!!

Welcome to BYC. If your looking for an interactive, knowledgeable forum, you have come to the right place! The people on here are phenomenal with answering basic questions to helping with very complicated problems. The knowledge that is shared is incredible.
Hope to read about your flock soon.

 

[Owain1]

Welcome. My climate is so different than yours I don't feel I could give great advice. Just make sure the coop has ventilation, Windows that open and close & plenty of shade.

 

[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
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• Find other BYC members nearby using the links in my signature, below (turn your phone to landscape to see them).
• Hatching / Chick-care

Best wishes

Pork Pie

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Any of the Mediterranean breeds would do well.