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PublisherQuarto Publishing Group USA

ISBN-100760381534

ISBN-139780760381533

eBay Product ID (ePID)3058369814

Product Key Features

Book TitleChicken Keeping Pure and Simple : a Fun, Friendly Guide to Backyard Chicken Keeping

Number of Pages176 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicAgriculture / Animal Husbandry, Birds

Publication Year2023

IllustratorYes

GenrePets, Technology & Engineering

AuthorNikki Husted

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight22.4 Oz

Item Length10.2 in

Item Width9.7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2022-057536

Dewey Edition23

Reviews"Packed full of essential information, Nikki's practical wisdom and joy shines through on every page." -- Kate Flood, a.k.a. Compostable Kate, "In Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple , Nikki has perfectly encapsulated the joy of raising chickens in a way that is simple and easy to understand. Beginning chicken enthusiasts and experienced homesteaders alike are sure to pick up new tools, skills, and recipes from this in-depth guide to chicken keeping. This book is on my must-have list for anyone looking to get started!" -- Noah Young, owner of The Shiloh Farm, "As a beginner-to-intermediate chicken keeper myself, I believe Nikki's book is a fantastic rundown of everything you need to know to welcome these incredible animals to your life and garden. Highly recommended!" -- Kevin Espiritu, founder of Epic Gardening, "Nikki truly makes chicken keeping simple! Whether you're a beginner or you've been keeping chickens for generations, there's something you can learn from this book. Nikki does a fantastic job of making chicken keeping approachable for everyone. She shares common problems you may run into and the simplest methods for fixing them or preventing them. To put it simply: This book is egg-cellent!" -- Krissy Ellis, Dunkin Ducks

Dewey Decimal636.5

Table Of ContentIntroduction Chapter 1 Getting Started Good for the Environment Regulations What Kind and How Many How and When to Get Started Chapter 2 Giving Your Chickens What They Need Consider the Costs Let's Talk Coops Coop Upgrades Coop Gallery Chapter 3 Bringing Chickens Home Incubating Eggs Buying Chicks Brooder Setup Faster Eggs Bonding Integration Roosters Chapter 4 Happy Chickens, Happy Homestead Happy Chickens Bonding with Your Chickens Children and Chickens Activities for Kids and Chickens Chapter 5 All About Eggs How Many Eggs Are in Your Basket? Nutrition for Chickens Styles of Feeding Let's Talk Eggs! What to Do with All the Eggs Chapter 6 Troubleshooting the Coop Cleaning the Coop The Winter Coop The Summer Coop The Life Cycle Chapter 7 Common Health Concerns Biosecurity Healthy Living Conditions Common Injuries Common Illnesses Egg-Laying Troubles Common Pests and Parasites Resources Acknowledgments About the Author Index

SynopsisIn Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple , author Nikki Husted (@purelychickens) provides a fun and friendly guide for chicken keepers of all ages., Hate the high price of eggs? Love animals? Get started keeping chickens in your own backyard with this down-to-earth guide to a happy, healthy flock. Keeping chickens can look almost glamorous online. It's all beautiful chickens, cute baby chicks, and coops that look nice enough to spend the night in. The reality is that keeping chickens is rewarding--but also a lot of work and, well, poop cleanup. If you follow chicken-fluencer Nikki Husted (@purelychickens) online, you already know that she shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of this popular hobby. In her first book, she remains unfiltered while she shares the essential techniques and helpful stories from her own experience with backyard chickens. That's right: you can learn from her own successes and mistakes! Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple addresses: Where to start: What are the rules for keeping chickens in your area? What do you need to get started? How many chickens do you need? (Be wary of chicken math!) And more considerations to both stoke and temper your excitement. Giving chickens what they need: There are serious things you should consider before you start raising your chickens, from monthly costs to time requirements. Do you have what it takes? Eggs, chicks, pullets, and hens Deciding between eggs, chicks, pullets, or hens as your starting point is about more than just cute baby chicks (though don't we all love cute baby chicks?). The bonding process: Learn how to raise your chickens and integrate them with your family, including kids! What to do with all the eggs: A handful of recipes for making the most of your bounty, including water glass eggs, pickled eggs, and a few family favorites for breakfast and dinner. All about the coop: How to set up and maintain a coop, including the process of cleaning. Medical needs : Dealing with common injuries, common pests/parasites, respiratory illness, and advice from a vet. With instructive photos and helpful tips throughout, this is the perfect book whether you're just getting started with chickens or still dreaming of your first flock!, In Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple , author Nikki Husted (@purelychickens) provides a fun and friendly guide for chicken keepers of all ages. Get started keeping chickens in your own backyard with this down-to-earth guide by popular chicken-fluencer Nikki Husted (@purelychickens). Keeping chickens can look almost glamorous online. It's all beautiful chickens, cute baby chicks, and coops that look nice enough to spend the night in. The reality is that keeping chickens is rewarding-but also a lot of work and, well, poop cleanup. If you follow her online, you already know that Nikki shares the good, the bad, and the ugly of this popular hobby. In her first book, she remains unfiltered while she shares the essential techniques and helpful stories from her own experience with backyard chickens. That's right: you can learn from her own successes and mistakes! Chicken Keeping Pure and Simple addresses: Where to start: What are the rules for keeping chickens in your area? What do you need to get started? How many chickens do you need? (Be wary of chicken math!) And more considerations to both stoke and temper your excitement. Giving chickens what they need: There are serious things you should consider before you start raising your chickens, from monthly costs to time requirements. Do you have what it takes? Eggs, chicks, pullets, and hens Deciding between eggs, chicks, pullets, or hens as your starting point is about more than just cute baby chicks (though don't we all love cute baby chicks?). The bonding process: Learn how to raise your chickens and integrate them with your family, including kids! What to do with all the eggs: A handful of recipes for making the most of your bounty, including water glass eggs, pickled eggs, and a few family favorites for breakfast and dinner. All about the coop: How to set up and maintain a coop, including the process of cleaning. Medical needs: Dealing with common injuries, common pests/parasites, and advice from a vet. With instructive photos and helpful tips throughout, this is the perfect book whether you're just getting started with chickens or still dreaming of your first flock!

LC Classification NumberSF487.H955 2023