If the idea of free eggs, meat, and entertainment is something that sounds appealing, then you should consider raising your own backyard chickens. These birds provide sustenance and our some of the funniest little creatures to have ever been domesticated. And they can call your own backyard their home. This book describes in great length how you can convert a standard backyard into a lively chicken coop. Learn just what kind of coop to have on hand, what to feed the birds, and how to keep them healthy. Methods of safety and security are covered here at length as well, providing proactive methods to keep potential pests and predators at bay. This comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know about raising backyard chickens In this book you will learn: