
When you decide to keep your very first flock of backyard chickens, it's easy to get excited about the fun part. Researching heirloom chicken breeds and ogling green-roofed chicken coops on Pinterest is really fun, if you're just starting out. But there are some important things to consider before you commit to keeping chickens in your backyard. First, it's important to check your city's chicken ordinances. Both The City Chicken and Coop My Chicken have lists or ordinances by city, or you can search Google for "chicken ordinances [my city]." Each city has different laws about the number of hens allowed, the ...continue reading

















