Keeping Chickens: The Essential Guide | 
 enlarge | Authors: Jeremy Hobson, Celia Lewis
Publisher: David & Charles
Category: Book
List Price: $19.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 24336
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8.6 x 8.4 x 0.7
ISBN: 0715325671
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.5
EAN: 9780715325674
ASIN: 0715325671
Publication Date: April 5, 2007
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Condition: THIS ITEM IS UNUSED AND IN GOOD CONDITION. IT MAY HAVE SLIGHT SHELFWEAR BUT OTHERWISE IT IS FINE.
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Book Description
*Raising chickens as pets is a fashionable--and increasingly popular--hobby *Responds to market demand: Sales of chicken-keeping supplies and books have skyrocketed *Appeals to the growing number of people interested in a healthier, more organic lifestyle Colorful, lively characters, chickens have become the hottest new garden accessory. This book shows enthusiasts exactly how to care for these endearing pets. The book covers everything from choosing the right breed to feeding and housing. In addition, there are fun sections on egg recipes, feather-and-egg craft projects and even a look at how chickens interact with children and other pets. From buying their first chicken to cooking with truly fresh eggs, readers will find advice and counsel for every step along the way!
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 lots of great info August 30, 2008
I found this book filled with lots of great information. I enjoy chickens and am always looking to learn more about them.
 So You Want A Chicken March 28, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book is loaded with great color photos and tons of good info about how to set-up and maintain a small flock of happy, healthy chickens. Perfect for someone just getting started or, like me, a city gal who just likes to dream about being a farm girl...
very enjoyable-- but if only buying one book, not this one February 3, 2008
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I really enjoyed this 2007 British book. It is designed for the family considering keeping a few hens in the garden, and is full of information and things to think about. There are (very) brief descriptions of many breeds. A great strength of this book is it's lovely and varied photography (it even has some nice paintings!). It's very entertaining and a FUN read, even including crafts to do with the kids related to chickens! Overall there's a lot crammed in to 150 pages.
Just don't believe the reviewer who said this could be the one book you buy- definitely not true. This is a fun, clearly written book for "dreaming about chickens"-- you'll still need other resources for more indepth information in different areas if you decide to take the plunge. More comprehensive info can be found in "Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens" by Gail Damerow. I also really liked "Living with Chickens". "Choosing and Keeping Chickens" is a great guide to choosing the right breed for your family.
Keeping Chickens January 21, 2008
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
An entertaining and informative read, good for the novice or anyone that is just starting with chickens
The best book for caring chicken owners January 19, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I have been keeping laying hens for fifteen years, and this is the best book that I have ever read on the subject of keeping chickens. It is written with the small flock owner in mind. A caring, humane attitude toward these wonderful creatures comes through both the written content and illustrations in the book. The book covers the usual topics, such as the various breeds, housing and cleaning, feeding, breeding, and health care. It also has chapters on the prospective chicken owner's rationale for having chickens, crafts with eggs and feathers, and yummy egg (not chicken meat!) recipes. The color photos and illustrations are spectacular, and the writing is clear and full of useful information.
Whether you are new to chicken keeping or are an experienced flock tender, I highly recommend this book.
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