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AllenK@new2this said:
For that size flock I would argue you only need fair layers, does every family member need 1 egg per day, day in and day out? Do you buy a dozen eggs every other days for your household? Please review https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/chicken-chart

and determine your actual needs as these are living breathing beings. And then totally jump in blindly. Have a preconstructed home for them as they grow faster than you can imagine.
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I'm definitely doing a lot of research first. My family goes through a minimum of 3 dozen eggs a week. I'm looking for a variety of egg producing. I also have friends who are more than willing to take eggs off my hands if we happen to have a low week of egg eating. I'm in the process of researching exactly how I need to build everything. Changing my mind and redoing over and over.
 
Then I will post my generic heritage breed pdf for your research...I am getting to the point I feel this is a canned responce, but it is usefull information from the livestock Conservancy. There are more breeds available than just these ancient Heritage breeds but it is a good jumping off point. Please read and keep in mind their concept of a job description for your flock!https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/heritage-chicken-faq

Also since you are in North Texas I would encourage you to look for locally raised stock such as idealpoultry near Austin. My initial stock came from Ohio and were useless and heat stressed during summer.
 

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AllenK@new2this said:
Then I will post my generic heritage breed pdf for your research...I am getting to the point I feel this is a canned responce, but it is usefull information from the livestock Conservancy. There are more breeds available than just these ancient Heritage breeds but it is a good jumping off point. Please read and keep in mind their concept of a job description for your flock!https://livestockconservancy.org/index.php/heritage/internal/heritage-chicken-faq
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For some reason that's erroring out on my phone. I'll try at work tomorrow! I'll take any solid info I can get.
 
welcome.gif Welcome to Backyard Chickens!
It is great that you are finally getting chickens! I hope your Dh gets on board too!
 
Howdy Tex.:frowsure nuff is a bunch of you'uns . pretty simple really every chicken don't everyday:idunnosome is lazy :rantsome is worthless :barnie Some just ain't worth having.:smack seems like you got the important stuff down . #1 chicken keeping rule .Join the BYC need to keep all the nuts in the same place .:caf+$= D.gif +$= Capture egg2.PNG pretty simple ain't it
 

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Welcome! This place is awesome an full of info an informative people on just about anything chicken. I got my first flock last year in August. YES it gets very obsessive! An there is always something to learn! I have three young children myself an find that chickens are such a great learning tool for adults an children. Ive already hatched out my own chicks and now onto my second batch. My kids love watching them grow an hatch. I built my own coop as well. Make sure to make your measurements are correct to how many chickens you plan to have plus roosts an nesting boxes and placement of everything also think about the climates where you live and match the breed that will suit best. I live in Maine so I need good layers and hardiness because of our crazy winter weather. Not sure what pets you have but if you have dogs look into how to train them to be chicken friendly. I have two dogs my boxer wants to kill my flock my mastiff wants to be their friend. Also cats can be an issue. They will kill chickens but not always the case. My neighbor have an out cat that does come into my yard. But I have yet to have an issue. Plus my dogs usually scare it away. But those aren't the only predators to worry about(not to scare you). And also look into growing fodder. Its a great way to cut feed cost. I plan to start growing some soon. I also love home remedies. So many simple things you may already have to help boost chicken help. Apple cider vinegar in the water helps boost immune systems a clean gut an help treat or prevent disease or infestation. Garlic mixed with feed helps immune systems and respiratory and get rid of an infestation and a natural wormer.

I wish you the best of luck an i hope you enjoy your new chicken journey!
 
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pkgal21 said:
I'm definitely doing a lot of research first. My family goes through a minimum of 3 dozen eggs a week. I'm looking for a variety of egg producing. I also have friends who are more than willing to take eggs off my hands if we happen to have a low week of egg eating. I'm in the process of researching exactly how I need to build everything. Changing my mind and redoing over and over.
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When all my girls are laying I have 8hens so laying everyday or every other its between 8 or 6 eggs a day so you should have plenty. Lol
 
pkgal21 said:
I've been trying for years to convince my husband we need chickens. The day has finally come and I'm obsessing over researching day and night!

I plan on having about 6 chickens, with one being a silkie just for the fun of it. I'm definitely researching breeds that are great with children (my boys are 6 and 4), but also good layers.

I'm building my own coop out of an already existing frame I made for my boys' power wheels to sit under. I think I'm pretty much decided on everything except the flooring.

We have 4 pets, a large backyard, and are excited to get started!
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Congrats on finally getting chickens and glad you joined have fun
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