Hello there
I live in Pensacola, FL and have recently been taking care of my mother in laws chickens while she moves and I became obsessed with them! I love them so much and as soon as she gets done moving shes taking them and leaving the coop at my house so I can start my own flock. I'd love some tips and advice if any of yall are interested. I'm not sure on what breeds to get for our climate. Its pretty darn hot in the summer (sometimes upwards of 100 degrees) and somewhat cold in the winter (sometimes dipping into the teens at night) I would also like more friendlier chickens, are there breeds that are nicer than others? Also is there a time of year that is better for starting with chicks? Where would you suggest purchasing them? My mother in law got hers at Barnes feed store. Also I just want hens no roosters, so how do I go about making sure I get hens?
Sorry for all the questions but I'd like to know as much as possible before I start
Thanks for any help!
-Sharon

I live in Pensacola, FL and have recently been taking care of my mother in laws chickens while she moves and I became obsessed with them! I love them so much and as soon as she gets done moving shes taking them and leaving the coop at my house so I can start my own flock. I'd love some tips and advice if any of yall are interested. I'm not sure on what breeds to get for our climate. Its pretty darn hot in the summer (sometimes upwards of 100 degrees) and somewhat cold in the winter (sometimes dipping into the teens at night) I would also like more friendlier chickens, are there breeds that are nicer than others? Also is there a time of year that is better for starting with chicks? Where would you suggest purchasing them? My mother in law got hers at Barnes feed store. Also I just want hens no roosters, so how do I go about making sure I get hens?
Sorry for all the questions but I'd like to know as much as possible before I start

Thanks for any help!
-Sharon