City Chickens

If you have ever thought about raising chickens in the city, it can be both an educating and rewarding experience. I began my journey after taking part in Seattle's City Coop Tour put on by Seattle Tilth www.seattletilth.org every year. People around Seattle open their back yards once a year so other people can see what it's like raising chickens. I had a chance to ask questions about different breeds, coop designs and basic care. I found that most people were open to showing off their pets and talked about the benefits they offer. The coops ranged from the most simple to the designer type. I took notes in my head about the different breeds of chickens each had and I had an idea of what type I'd like to raise. Above you will see the three chickens I own: an Araucana (easter egg chicken), Silver Laced Wyandotte, and a Golden laced polish. Otherwise known as Lucy, Henrietta and Penelope.