STARTING WITH CHICKENS: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE. By Katie Thear.
(1999) 2006 reprint. 8vo paperback (148 x 210mm). Pp95,ad. Colour, b/w photographs, illustrations, bibliography.
"This book provides invaluable help, from choosing a house and run to selecting, buying and caring for the hens. It covers feeding, breeding and seasonal management, as well as dealing with problems should they occur." An ideal start for anyone intending to have a few chickens in their garden. Chapters include: History of the chicken; The house and run; Choosing a breed; Buying the birds; Feeding; Daily and seasonal care; What to do with all those eggs; Breeding your own replacements; Showing; Dealing with problems; Quirky questions; Reference section.
"This book provides invaluable help, from choosing a house and run to selecting, buying and caring for the hens. It covers feeding, breeding and seasonal management, as well as dealing with problems should they occur." An ideal start for anyone intending to have a few chickens in their garden. Chapters include: History of the chicken; The house and run; Choosing a breed; Buying the birds; Feeding; Daily and seasonal care; What to do with all those eggs; Breeding your own replacements; Showing; Dealing with problems; Quirky questions; Reference section.
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Book Code
14891
| Author | Thear (Katie). |
|---|---|
| Book Code | 14891 |
| ISBN | 0906137276 / 9780906137277. |
| Book Description | Fine. |
| Book Cover | Paperback |
| Published Date | 2006 |
| Publisher | Broad Leys Publishing. |
| Place | Saffron Walden, Essex. |