Overview
Written by Kristina Mercedes Urquhart, The Suburban Chicken shares the authorās knowledge on general chicken husbandry, profiles of 20 suitable breeds for suburban living, how to provide your birds with optimal accommodations, and the healthcare needs of chickens, among other important topics about which prospective chicken owners should be familiar.
INSIDE SUBURBAN CHICKEN:
The benefits and enjoyment of keeping chickens as pets.
Considerations for would-be chicken keepers, including local ordinances, space requirements, initial and ongoing expenses, and preparing the home and family.
Favorite standard-size, bantam, and egg-laying breeds for metropolitan and family living.
Hatching eggs and raising chicks.
Coop styles and descriptions of all equipment that a budding chicken keeper needs, as well as a chapter dedicated to keeping chickens safe from predators.
Preventive care and optimal diets for healthy, hardy birds.
Raising chickens for eggs: the science behind egg production, how to properly handle and store fresh eggs, and the differences between store-bought and homegrown eggs, as well as some exciting recipes for your bounty.
This book title, The Suburban Chicken (The Guide to Keeping Healthy, Thriving Chickens in Your Backyard), ISBN: 9781620081976, by Kristina Mercedes Urquhart, published by Fox Chapel Publishing (November 10, 2015) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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