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Raising chickens in your backyard is not tremendously difficult and has its rewards. Be sure that you check you local laws to make sure that you are following all regulations with your animals. You will need to build or buy a shelter of “chicken coop” for your chickens.
Depending on your situation, you may allow them to roam in a fenced in yard or area of the yard, or you may use a chicken coop with a “run” so they have room to move around and exercise. It is important to make sure they have clean water and dry food available. Food will mold if it gets wet. If you choose to keep roosters, be aware that they will mate with the hens, but they are not needed for hens to produce eggs.
Also keep in mind that chickens are easy targets for predators. Make sure their area is secure and their fences and coops do not have holes in them. Even small holes in a coop can allow raccoons to reach through to the chickens.
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