Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chickens peck around for food on a farm where they are raised as part of the "Rent The Chicken" service. Raising backyard chickens ...

Backyard chickens can be a fun and rewarding addition to the family, providing fresh eggs while giving owners the chance to care for their own flock. But like any animal, chickens need proper care to ...

The deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu has been found in seabirds in two Australian states. But don't be fooled by the name: This virus also rapidly infects other animals. It has caused havoc in poultry ...

Coun. Craig Cassar, who made the motion, noted councillors previously supported his motion on a similar review last year, ...

Keeping chickens can bring fresh eggs and useful manure, but they need daily care, secure housing and legal checks before you ...

Raising backyard chickens used to be a rural pursuit. It isn’t anymore. Suburban lots, small urban yards and even rented properties now host the kind of small flocks that were once confined to working ...

What to know before starting your own backyard chicken flock A poultry veterinarian shares tips for keeping backyard chickens healthy, from everyday care to spotting common health problems.