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Which chickens are the best for your backyard? Let's take a look at the different types of chickens and what you will need in order to keep them in your backyard.

Most people think that they need a big backyard in order to keep chickens, but a big backyard is not really necessary if you are only keeping a handful of chickens. The average-sized backyard is usually big enough, with room to spare. Firstly you should check with your local council to see if you are allowed to keep chooks at all (some don't allow it), and if so, how many can you keep in your sized yard. You will also need to know if you are allowed to keep roosters, most councils don't allow any roosters unless you are on a semi-rural block of land.

Your local council may also have by-laws regarding the distance the chicken house needs to be from your boundary fence, and possibly even more laws about how to store your feed, how to dispose of the droppings, etc... So always check first before you buy any type of animal for the backyard.

Some Great Chicken Books from Amazon

Different Types of Chooks

There are so many different types of chickens that it can be hard to choose the right one. The majority of breeds are split into two groups: standards and bantams. Standards are just that, the standard size of that particular breed of chicken. Bantams are smaller versions of the standard size, though some chickens are only bantams with no standard size. Some people put silkies into a group of their own, saying that they are not standard or bantam, they are just silkies.

Chicken Coops and Houses

What is the best type of housing for my chickens?

The best type of housing for your chickens will depend on how big your yard is and whether or not you want to let the chickens out for a run on a regular basis. Backyard chickens do need room to move when they are in their coop, especially vertical room as most chooks will sleep on a raised perch at night so they are off the ground and safe from preditors.

Fabulous Chicken Coops at Amazon

Amazon has some gorgeous chicken coops available. These coops will be delivered to your door ready for your fine feathered friends. I especially like the Delux white model, it's stunning!

Build Your Own Chicken Coop

Build Your Own Chicken Coop Ebook

"Have you been planning to make a cozy, comfortable and tidy coop for your chickens? Well, follow the guidelines in this wonderful resource! My chickens are happy with their new home! Bill's book helped me make a well-planned, easy-to-clean-and-maintain coop for my chickens. I got practical tips on locating, positioning, protecting and maintaining the climate in the coop. Like me, it will help you too to choose the appropriate size, building design and materials for construction. This book not only helps you save while you build, but also enjoy the freedom to customize the coop to your individual specifications and needs. With valuable inputs on light and ventilation, I was able to ensure that the coop position was such that it allowed enough light in, but did not make the coop draughty. I particularly enjoyed the creative and innovative ideas thrown in about building low cost nesting boxes with material lying around the house. It set me exploring my own creativity and resourcefulness! An informative and easy to follow read, this book will guide you in building your own coop at a fraction of the cost of purchasing one! " ~ Rachana Misra - Go Green Farms Owner