To — Buy Chickens

📍 Most towns require your coop to be a specific distance from property lines, so measure your yard before buying your first bird. If you'd like to narrow this down, I can help you: Find local hatcheries or feed stores in your specific city.

You have several options depending on how much work you want to do upfront: to buy chickens

Unless you want roosters, ensure you are buying "sexed" pullets (females) to avoid surprise 5 AM wake-up calls. 📍 Most towns require your coop to be

is a commitment to "chicken math"—you usually can't buy just one, as they thrive in groups of at least 3 or 4. Before you start, check your local zoning laws regarding the number of birds allowed and whether roosters are permitted. 🛒 Where to Buy is a commitment to "chicken math"—you usually can't

Birds aged 4–20 weeks; they are more expensive but ready to move straight into a coop.