Raising Chickens: The Beginner's Handbook to Raising Chicks and Keeping Backyard Chickens

is a step-by-step guide that will guide you in raising a healthy, happy flock of chickens. From selecting your baby chicks to providing your chickens with proper nutrition and even caring for a sick chicken, this book will teach you all you need to know to raise your flock successfully. Whether it's your first time or you've had chickens before, this guide will help you avoid many common mistakes and is filled with helpful tips for all experience levels. Are you ready for a flock? How much will it cost? Is it even legal where you live to raise chickens? Planning is vital when considering starting a flock. Alexander H. Claymore has created this book after spending years learning how to care for his own flock. His mission is to help as many people as possible to become more self-sufficient by raising their food themselves. By the time you finish this book, you will know how to select your chicks, build their homes, feed them through all stages of life, and keep your flock safe. You will be confidently on your way to having your very own flock!