The Backyard Chicken Owner's Handbook: A Calm, Complete Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Hens

Bring the gentle clucking of contented hens into your life with this warm, thorough guide to raising backyard chickens. Whether you are a first-time keeper or expanding your flock, this handbook walks you through every step: choosing the right breed for your climate and goals, setting up a safe and comfortable coop, and understanding the unique social temperament of chickens. Learn how to provide balanced nutrition, manage daily care routines, and keep your birds healthy with preventive wellness practices. You will also discover gentle handling techniques, basic training for ease of care, and simple grooming such as feather and nail maintenance. From collecting fresh eggs to recognizing early signs of illness, this book equips you with the knowledge to nurture a thriving, happy flock. Written with the calm encouragement of a trusted friend, it makes chicken keeping accessible and deeply rewarding. Part of The Happy Pet Library.

About the author

Bridget Marlowe Bloom is a writer and breed enthusiast who has spent two decades immersed in the histories, temperaments, and quirks of companion animals. She writes breed handbooks that are both deeply practical and full of genuine affection, helping owners truly understand the animal they have chosen to share their life with. She lives with her family and far too many dog-eared reference books.

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E-bog: 8. oktober 2026