Chickens require specific diets depending on their purpose ... Bolton said any breed will work for pets, but if you want to have smaller, docile birds like the Speckled Sussex, Cochin, or even the ...

The Ayam Cemani is one of the most expensive chickens in the world. Massive, fluffy Cochin chickens, which originated in China, look like heart-shaped balls with feathers all the way down to their ...

The Cochins have become famous because of their round bodies and feathered feet while maintaining an incredibly relaxed nature. These chickens allow children to hold them without resistance and are ...

"Pro chicken" residents have been trying to get backyard chickens allowed in Worcester for months. They just got a big boost.

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Local hatcheries say chick season is booming, with more people looking to raise hens for eggs. But raising chickens takes ...

Amid soaring egg prices, however, the town held an advisory referendum April 1 on whether the village should rethink its policy on backyard chickens. The non-binding measure to allow chickens lost ...

An international team of researchers led by Professor Huaijun Zhou from the UC Davis Department of Animal Science has created ...

Cities are asking hard questions about a fad that can bring messes, rats and unexpected costs; ‘We put the kibosh on it.’ ...

With egg shortages predicted to continue over the next few years, you might be considering backyard chickens. As well as providing us with eggs, chickens make great fertiliser and are friendly pets.

Backyard chickens are increasing in popularity due to high egg prices, but they may not be cost-effective for everyone. Before getting chickens, consider local regulations, time and labor ...