Backyard chickens are now America's third most popular pet - here's how to start your own flock from scratch.

There are more than 85 million backyard chickens in the United States. Here's what you need to know before starting your own flock.

Before setting up a backyard coop, check local ordinances for any restrictions on raising chickens. Coops need adequate space, ventilation and predator protection to ensure the health and safety of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chickens exit the barn where they were laying eggs on the farm where they are raised as part of the "Rent The Chicken" service.

A free range chicken is pictured at a farm in Strathkinness, Fife in Scotland. CARL DE SOUZA CARL DE SOUZA/AFP via Getty Images So you’re thinking about getting backyard chickens. Maybe a neighbor has ...

So you’re thinking about getting backyard chickens. Maybe a neighbor has them and the eggs they dropped off last week were unreasonably good. Maybe you watched egg prices climb last year and decided ...