Ready For My First Coop!

[jazzinickle]

Hi there from the Central Coast of California!!

My husband and I just moved into a wonderful new house that has an awesome chicken coop already on the property. My husband grew up at a house that always had chicken and I've never had them in my life but am excited for a new adventure. Our chickens will be a new addition to our animal broad including 2 dogs, a cat, 2 goldfish, and my pride and joy, Spike - a 3 year old Sulcata Tortoise.

I'm thinking about getting 3-4 laying hens (roosters are not allowed in our area). I'm looking for a good "my first chicken" breed, something small, good layers, hardy, and friendly.

Any information or advise would be sure helpful.

Thank you!!!

-Jazzi

 

[drumstick diva]

you might consider some of the bantam breeds

 

[redsoxs]

Greetings from Kansas, Jazzi, and

! Pleased you joined our community! First chickens is an exciting time!! There are so many great breed choices. Below is a chart that compares many chicken breeds by attribute. Hopefully it will allow you to narrow your choice. Good luck and have fun!

http://www.ithaca.edu/staff/jhenderson/chooks/chooks.html

 

[CedarAcres]

Hi Jazzi! Welcome to BYC!

The chart posted by redsoxs is awesome and has lots of information on the different breeds. Good luck to you!

 

[liz9910]

you should come join us over on the Northern California thread, https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/25/california-northern to find someone local, best way to find some different breeds. Hope to see you over there!

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC! Glad you joined us!

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC! Glad you joined us!