Backyard Chickens: Beyond The Basics
Reviews / April 21, 2017

My mom and dad have been considering raising chickens.  With the help of the book “Backyard Chickens: Beyond The Basics” they have decided it’s a great idea.  They went out today, to pick up 6 chicks.  They will start raising the chicks in the house, until they grow their feathers, then move them to outside.  Anyway, the book is great with a lot of great information, that my dad never knew, even though he was raised on a farm. A must have for every backyard chicken keeper.  Backyard Chickens Beyond the Basics goes beyond introductory lessons and explores the realities of raising a flock for eggs – and entertainment, of course!  From odd eggs and molting to feeding and subjects beginner books don’t adequately address and re-examines common knowledge that may not actually hold true.  It’s a resource to turn to time and again for expert advice to make sure your birds are happy, healthy, and productive. Lessons For: Expanding Your Flock Understanding Chicken Behavior Keeping a Rooster Adjusting for the Seasons Staying Healthy and more! My dad says the book is very helpful, and he will use it has his guide for years to come.  He wants to do…