Raising chickens can be a lot of fun! They can provide you with eggs, meat, and countless hours of entertainment. However, keeping chickens is a big responsibility. Here are some things you’ll want to consider before you build a hen house.

Chickens can be messy. This is especially true if you have to limit your chickens’ movements to a small area. You’ll likely have to clean the coop and surrounding areas at least once a year. Although this may not seem like a big deal, the mess is also quite smelly!

Chickens molt. If you don’t understand this fact, you’ll likely panic as soon as your flock starts to appear bedraggled. There’s nothing to worry about. They’ll grow those feathers back pretty quickly.

You should also know that introducing chickens to an established flock can be a challenge. For more considerations, click here, or call your veterinarian Greenville, SC.