Little Birds, Big Personalities
Discover the joy of backyard chickens with simple care tips, breed guides and everything you need to keep them happy.
Explore Chicken BreedsTake the Breed QuizGet the Free Starter Checklist (PDF)
Penny says: Not sure which hen fits your family? Take my 2-minute quiz — I’ll match you with your perfect pet hen. No email needed, promise.
Penny’s Free Chicken Tools
Instant answers — no sign-up, no email gate.
Breed Picker Quiz
Answer three quick questions and Penny will match you with your perfect pet hen.
Question 1 of 3
How much space do you have?
Question 2 of 3
What matters most?
Question 3 of 3
Your climate?
Can My Chicken Eat This?
Type any food and Penny will tell you whether it’s safe for your flock.
Coop Size Calculator
How many hens are you planning for?
Number of hens: 6
The Pet Chicken Starter Checklist
Penny’s free 5-page printable — the exact first steps our readers start with, from choosing hens to your first week together.
- Before You Buy checklist
- Starter shopping list — must-haves vs nice-to-haves
- Your first week, day by day
Download the Free Checklist (PDF)
Instant download • No email needed • Printable A4 • The full 16-page Starter Kit is introduced inside the checklist.
THE COMPLETE SYSTEM • 16 PAGES
The Pet Chicken Starter Kit
Loved the free checklist? The Starter Kit is the paid step up — the complete 16-page system that expands every checklist step into a full, guided plan, from choosing your hens to collecting your first eggs.
- Coop setup step by step
- Your first 30 days plan
- Feeding guide for every age
- 60-second health checks
- Egg trackers & flock records
$12 — one-time, yours forever.
New here? Start with the free checklist — the full Starter Kit is introduced on its last page.
Popular Chicken Breeds
View All Breeds →
Chicken Care Made Simple
Healthy hens are happy hens. Master the daily basics — fresh water, quality feed, clean bedding and a secure coop — then learn Penny’s 60-second health check to spot small problems before they become big ones.
Penny’s coop tip: Fresh water and a clean, secure coop are daily essentials. A happy hen checks her water first thing — be like a happy hen, check it first thing too.
Essential Setup Checklist
Everything your new flock needs for a safe, comfortable start — tick these off before your hens arrive.
- Secure, predator-proof coop
- Ventilation without draughts
- Deep, dry bedding
- Feeders & drinkers
- Balanced feed for their age
- Nest boxes — 1 per 3–4 hens
- Run space: 8–10 sq ft per hen
- A simple daily routine
Featured Articles
Coop & HousingHow to Set Up the Perfect Backyard Coop
NutritionWhat to Feed Your Chickens (And What to Avoid)
Latest from the Blog
MEET THE AUTHOR
Nusrat
Hi there! My name is Nusrat, and I’ve so many chicken breeds. I have done B.Sc Zoology and I’m a veterinarian also. I have a deep interest in animal health and behavior. I love pets. That’s why I chose to study this field. I have several years of experience as a veterinarian. I hatched and sold chicks and pullets of many chicken breeds for several years from my farm in Atlanta.
Join Our Flock
Get chicken care tips, new breed guides and exclusive resources straight to your inbox — starting with the free Pet Chicken Starter Checklist.
No spam, ever. Unsubscribe anytime.