As a baseline, it’s key that a coop is sturdy so it can keep your hens protected from harsh weather and potential predators. From there, you can deck it out with extra features and even get creative ...

Before looking at chicken coop designs, determine your jurisdiction—municipality, township, county, parish, or the like. Then, find the ordinances and laws regarding backyard chickens.

A Las Vegas native who lives in Atlanta, Finley brandishes elaborate fingernails and often wears stilettos — not your typical chicken coop attire ... who raises 10 chickens in Atlanta ...

The price of eggs has prompted many to either forgo buying eggs or find ways to save money on eggs. We break down the costs ...

"Chickens can be vulnerable to predators. Lot of predators that we have in our backyards are coyotes, bobcats, raccoons, possums," Leird said. "You want to make sure that your chicken coop and run ...

Jennifer Johnson wants to raise chickens – a dream she's had for ... In order for a backyard chicken coop with eight hens to save consumers money, eggs would need to cost $10 per dozen over the next ...

Before setting up a backyard coop ... chickens you have. Feed them a complete diet with plenty of calcium if you have layers. You can also supplement the chicken’s diet with oyster shells. While it’s ...

He checks on the chickens every day. "Chickens run and poop," said Hodges. Principal Hans Rheinschild built a chicken coop. He had a special purpose that would benefit kids while going to school.