Chick Days: An Absolute Beginner's Guide To Raising Chickens From Hatchlings To Laying Hens
Description
From the first days under a heat lamp to the arrival of that first egg, this approachable guide walks complete beginners through the essentials of raising healthy, happy chickens. It covers choosing and caring for hatchlings, setting up a safe brooder and coop, providing proper food and water, recognizing common health concerns, and managing a growing flock. Practical, encouraging, and grounded in hands-on experience, the book also explores chicken behavior, daily care, and the rewards and responsibilities of keeping backyard hens. Ideal for aspiring poultry keepers, it offers the confidence and know-how needed to guide chicks into productive laying hens.
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paperback
Storey Pub.
Published Jan 1, 2011
129 pages
ISBN: 9781603425841
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First Published
2011
Language
eng
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