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If you're seriously considering raising chickens in your yard, it's best to read and meticulously judge every one of the following factors prior to getting your feet wet. 

This is to be sure you are prepared, ready, willing and able to do what needs to be done in order to get the maximum out of yard chicken raising. 

Space: Although you don't have to build chicken coops as sizeable as your home, chickens do need enough space to wander in.  Make sure that there is sufficient space in your yard where they can do their thing. 

Time: Although chickens need little care you need the time to lock then in their coops safely at night and let out again in the morning.  They also have to be given water and feed daily.  Coop cleaning can be done on a regular, bi-weekly or monthly basis dependent on the amount of chickens you have. 

Cost: Though the primary investment may appear high due to feed costs and bedding expenses, chickens customarily pay for themselves several times over with their daily eggs, birds meat and the hours of enjoyment they bring as pets. 

How Many: The number of chickens basically is dependent on the space you have available.  The rule is to have three or more because of the quirky group mentality of chickens!  And if you need roosters too the counseled ratio is 1 rooster for each 10 hens but you have to know that roosters aren't mandatory for hens to lay eggs! 

Neighborhood limitations: Check if your city or city has limitations on keeping chickens in your property before you begin to build a chicken coop.  As a courtesy to your neighbors, it's a brilliant idea to tell them of your scheme (especially if they are next door neighbors, more so if you've got a rooster). 

Free Ranging: As much as practical, make sure that your chickens can enjoy free ranging but ensure that their free ranging area is secure from predators, including your area dogs.  If your chickens don't have a big enough area whereby they can free range, build them a secure pen since they require the unpolluted air and exercise. 

There you are!  These are the 1st steps towards raising chickens and building a chicken coop in your yard.

Much better resources on creating chicken coop at portable chicken coops and Build Chicken Coops Now