Trying to learn more before I take the plunge

[Allison71]

Hi! I am seriously thinking of getting about three chickens for my backyard. I have three outdoor cats. I am in SE Georgia and would like information on best breeds for the heat and humidity as well as cheapest options for a safe chicken coop. Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated! Thanks!!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Set your goals, plan/prepare, and you will be successful with your flock.

 

[Grammy60]

Hello and welcome to BYC Thanks for joining us and best wishes for learning first. Wishing you a great chicken journey.

 

[Lovely Lettie]

Welcome to our awesome community! Nice to meet you

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello and welcome to BYC!

You can chat with your neighbors here in your state thread and see what's best for your area... https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/yo-georgians.121387/

Make yourself at home here and if you have any questions about anything, be sure to ask. Welcome aboard!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
Any Mediterranean breed would do well in the heat. The cheapest option for a coop is to convert all or part of an existing structure that's on your property like an old shed.

 

[Kenneth Zweerink]

Welcome to BackYard Chickens. The Best of Luck with your Plans. And a Big Hello from Eastern Nebraska!

 

[Blue Raptor]

Hi! I am seriously thinking of getting about three chickens for my backyard. I have three outdoor cats. I am in SE Georgia and would like information on best breeds for the heat and humidity as well as cheapest options for a safe chicken coop. Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated! Thanks!!

Welcome to BYC!!

 

[pennyJo1960]

Welcome to Backyard Chickens. This is a great place to hang out and explore.

 

[Percheron chick]

Hi! I am seriously thinking of getting about three chickens for my backyard. I have three outdoor cats. I am in SE Georgia and would like information on best breeds for the heat and humidity as well as cheapest options for a safe chicken coop. Any and all recommendations are greatly appreciated! Thanks!!

I would stay away from fluffy breeds like Orpington and Cochin. Breeds that do best in the south have large floppy combs (helps dissipate the heat) and smaller slim bodies. Leghorn, Easter eggers, Plymouth rocks, Australorp... Many more obscure Mediterranean breeds that I haven't tried. Lots of nice colorful breeds to choose from.
As far as a coop, build it for the most miserable days of summer. Open and airy with lots of shade.