We're building a chicken coop, but planning to let the chickens run during the day. I'm hoping my Lab/australian cattle dog will keep them within bounds. We have 10 acres, but I really don't want them ranging that far. I'm looking for info--I'm a total newby at this. Can you guys point me towards a good book or website? This winter has been so mild that I'm afraid we're going to have a huge grasshopper problem this year. I would get guineas and just let them feast, but I would also like to have eggs. I love the pretty chickens I see at the fair, but the local feed store doesn't get them in for sale. They do have the silkies. Help?
