The Chickens Are Coming!

[The Kibble Goddess]

I can't believe this. I've been thinking of getting a few chickens for a while now. Thought I would build a cute little coop and get 2 - 3 hens. Well I found a complete setup - coop, (not cute, but well made) feeders, waterer and 9 HENS on Craigslist for $175! I've got the trailer and crew to move it, and I'm getting the whole shebang on Saturday.

Husband doesn't think I can manage a flock, but I managed a herd of meat rabbits for 3 years, so I know I'm up to the job.

But now I'm getting scared. I know the Law of Unintended Consequences is going to go into effect soon. So other than daily chicken care (which, yes, I have read up on), can any of you experienced keepers tell me some of the changes coming into my life because of these hens?

Thanks so much.

 

[Buff Hooligans]

Quote:
1. You will become boring to all your extended family and co-workers because you won't stop talking about your chickens.

2. Your life will be ruled by chicken treats, chicken sounds, looking at chickens, reading about chickens, addiction to BYC forum, and thinking about when the first egg will arrive.

3. You will love it all.

Welcome to BYC!

 

[LittleFeat]

Quote:
1. You will become boring to all your extended family and co-workers because you won't stop talking about your chickens.

2. Your life will be ruled by chicken treats, chicken sounds, looking at chickens, reading about chickens, addiction to BYC forum, and thinking about when the first egg will arrive.

3. You will love it all.

Welcome to BYC!

Yep this pretty much sums it up!! Congratulations on your "instant" family. AND