Keeping Pet Chickens

Written by Johannes Paul and William Windham this 96-colour page instructive manual includes illustrations and down-to-earth language showing you how to master every aspect of keeping and raising healthy and productive poultry, including—selecting a breed, Catching and handling hens, Basic chicken biology, Helpful tips and hints for care, Maintaining health and breed profiles.

When you need fresh eggs, nothing is healthier or more convenient than collecting them, courtesy of your own happy home-bred hens. Keeping two or three chickens is easier than you think. They don’t require much special equipment, and today’s compact chicken houses are designed to fit even the smallest spaces—from small backyards to apartment terraces.

Bring your backyard to life and enjoy the bounty of fresh eggs from your own small flock of happy hens.