Description
I know you’ll find, like me, that having a flock – no matter how small – is a great experience. Chickens are fun, they’re great stress relievers and they produce the most fantastic, healthy eggs. But they are, like any living creature, a responsibility. So before you move on to thinking about the exciting bits – which breed, what kind of coop and what to call them – you need to think about what caring for your ‘girls’ will mean for you and your family.This book is a comprehensive guide that has all the questions you have about raising and caring for chickens. It contains information about: -Should I Keep My Own Chickens?-Your Responsibilities as a Chicken Keeper-Mating & Rituals-Insemination & Impregnation-Incubation-Choosing the Right Breed for You-Optimum Coop Conditions-What Should Be Inside Your Chicken Coop-Top Tips to Sanitizing Your Chicken Coop-Coop Safety-Different Types of Feeds for Your Chickens-Tips on Introducing New Members to Your Existing Flock-Keeping Your Chickens in Good Health-Common Chicken Diseases and How to Treat Them-To Free-Range, Go Organic or Not?-Building Your Chicken Coop-And much more
