Chicago Chicken Enthusiasts

12/30/2024

Avian influenza has been detected in wastewater in DuPage County and has killed waterfowl in Woodstock, IL.

Advice for protecting your flock is here:

A new strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is threatening poultry in the United States, both in backyards and in commercial facilities. A backyard flock in Michigan was diagnosed with…

12/27/2024

Ruben Juarez lives in Warrenville, IL. He has 12 chickens that he needs to rehome because he needs to relocate. They are 1 year old. Contact Ruben at 630 320 9395.

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11/26/2024

She's been rehomed!

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UPDATE - several possible homes have been offered, owners will decide soon.

She has been rehomed; thank you for your interest.

11/22/2024

Many people ask, "What do you do with your chickens in winter?" What's your best advice?

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11/14/2024

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11/08/2024

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CONTACT KELLY CALABRESE by Facebook Messenger or by email: [email protected] Kelly from Rogers Park is rehoming a coop. She says “The coop was in my backyard from a previous owner so …

11/05/2024

Are you interested in starting your own backyard flock? Or maybe you already have a few feathered friends and want to expand your knowledge on their care? Join the Orland Park Public Library for Basic Backyard Chicken Keeping on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Read our blog post below to find out more information!
https://htrchickens.com/2024/11/05/basic-backyard-chicken-keeping-at-orland-park-public-library/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGXRhFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHV5som3RMED0N4OKPjOPP4IrQGzElibv3ycLvHQjz83uZnJs8_B6jL4bNg_aem_MgooYxO4WE0r-NekPBpuXg

Are you interested in starting your own backyard flock? Or maybe you already have a few feathered friends and want to expand your knowledge on their care? Join the Orland Park Public Library for Ba…

10/09/2024

These birds have been rehomed. Thank you for your interest.

06/21/2024

https://backyardpoultry.iamcountryside.com/chickens-101/are-chickens-smart/?r=6233H4723101I4A&utm_source=email&utm_medium=omail&utm_campaign=BKY%20eNews%2006-12-24_01&utm_type=Editorial&oly_enc_id=6233H4723101I4A&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2UoPuMaTyxj65UYYH_TG39z_rxThG2QzHNrK_LawVHfdmTczidRVd1Di0_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

Are chickens smart? Research reveals that they learn fast, feel emotions, have good memories, and use complex logic and social tactics.

06/14/2024

Six straight-run chicks are looking for a home! Contact Suzanne at [email protected] or (847) 421-3865 or Sam at (773) 255-7341
From Suzanne: The kids hatched chicks in their 6th grade science class, and their teacher had a family emergency so we're trying to help with rehoming six straight-run chicks (meaning there is a 50% chance of getting males). They would like them to go to good, no-kill homes. The birds have been hand raised and are quite tame. They think two are roosters. The family is in Evanston.
The school's kindergarten teacher also has an additional 5 chicks who are just shy of 3 weeks old and hopes to find good, no-kill homes for them.

Contact Suzanne at [email protected] or (847) 421-3865 or Sam at (773) 255-7341.  From Suzanne: The kids hatched chicks in their 6th grade science class, and their teach…

06/06/2024

What's your favorite breed of chicken and why?

I'm undecided!
Bearded Belgian d'Uccle Mille Fleur (they're just beautiful!).
Cochin bantam (so cute and sweet - and round!).
Salmon faverolles (pretty birds!).
Brahma (steady, solid, and they always look a little grumpy).

05/27/2024

Cochin bantam roo in Oak Park seeking home. 7 weeks old. Contact Kathryn: [email protected]

05/09/2024

Question from one of our members: Do you have any suggestions on how to combat city rats hanging around your coop… without poisoning your chickens, wildlife, or other animals? We’ve seen a drastic increase in rats this spring… 🙁 and the neighbors already are questioning the chickens.

04/22/2024

A chicken was caught at the 2400 block alley b/w plaine and warner in the north center neighborhood.
If it's yours, PM Lindsey Christen in this group.

04/15/2024

A group member reports finding a rooster in Maywood. If anyone is looking for a rooster (or would want him), any help is appreciated. She is afraid a dog will get him.

04/13/2024

Didja ever wonder where chickens came from? Here is a great video on the wild living ancestors of the modern domesticated chicken. If you've ever wondered about why a good layer feed is important for your hens, listen for the number of eggs that female junglefowl lay.

The Red Junglefowl (Gallus gallus) is the primary ancestor of the domestic chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus). The Grey Junglefowl, Sri Lankan Junglefowl and...

03/28/2024

Chicks need home:
Jennifer Murtoff of Home to Roost is seeking to place three. The birds are about a week old - Rhode Island Red, Brown Leghorn, and a Cornish Cross meatbird. From Farm and Fleet/Cackle Hatchery. Supposed to be sexed pullets. No vaccinations.

If you've got chick experience (esp meatbird experience) and are interested, I'm trying to find them a good home together. Be aware that if the meatbird eats all she wants, she will reach "harvest" weight at 6-8 weeks. Then she may go lame due to her weight or have heart problems. To help her live her best life, you'll have to control the food intake she gets.

If you're interested, email murtoff AT gmail.com with
Information about your knowledge of chickens
Breeds you have
How long you've been keeping them
Pictures of your coop.
Experience with meatbirds is a plus!