Raising Backyard Chickens

Raising pet chickens from the first peep

Pet chickensPet chickens are often under-estimated for dumb and stupid. But they are very smart in their own way.

Chick supplies When you first get chicks they will need • Heat lamp (with cage)• Red heat bulb• Large box or bin• Pine shavings• Chick feeder and water• Medicated chick feed

Setting up their first home

Buying chicks

Buying chicks can come first or last because you can buy or order them.

What chicken?

Hardiness? Beauty? Production?

Handle With Care When you first get chicks it can be exciting for young children and adults. But still be cautious about how you handle them.

Teenaged chickens Teenaged chickens will need• A larger home (bunny

hutch or coop)• Adult feeder and

water• A proper perch• Growers feed

Coop De Villa

References • MyPetChicken.com• BackYardChicken.c

om• Chick Days By

Jenna Woginrich• Storey’s Guide Too

Raising Backyard Chickens By Gail Damerow

• Chickens By Sue Weaver