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The Complete Backyard Chicken Starter Guide
Everything you need to raise happy, healthy hens — from your very first flock decision to your first fresh egg.
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What's Inside
A 27-page, start-to-finish walkthrough built from years of hands-on backyard flock-keeping — not recycled internet advice.
Breed comparison chart for 10 popular backyard breeds
Week-by-week brooder temperature schedule
Coop building & predator-proofing checklist
Feeding guide for every life stage
Seasonal care tips for winter, summer, and molting
Printable quick-reference checklists you'll actually use
Recommended Coop & Feed
Building or upgrading your setup? Here's the coop and feed we recommend for a growing backyard flock.
Omlet Eglu Cube Large Chicken Coop
Insulated, easy to hose clean, and predator-resistant — the upgrade pick for flocks that are ready to grow.
Shop the Omlet Eglu CubePurina Layena Crumbles Premium Poultry Feed, 50 lb
A reliable, complete layer feed to pair with the feeding guide in this book — available at Tractor Supply.
Shop at Tractor SupplyManna Pro Flock Party Mealworms, 30 oz
A favorite protein treat for building trust with new chicks and rewarding good coop habits — available at Tractor Supply.
Shop at Tractor SupplyAffiliate disclosure: The Lovely Hen may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through these links, at no extra cost to you.
Who This Is For
You're thinking about getting chickens for the first time and you don't want to guess your way through it. Maybe you've already picked a breed — or maybe you have no idea where to start.
This guide is built for beginners who want the whole picture in one place: what to buy, what to build, what to feed, and what to watch for — before the chicks even arrive.
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Questions Before You Buy
How will I get my guide after I buy?
Your PDF is delivered automatically to the email you use at checkout, right after your payment goes through. No shipping, no waiting — just check your inbox (and spam folder, just in case).
What format is it, and can I read it on my phone?
Yes. It's a standard PDF, so it opens on any phone, tablet, or computer, and you're welcome to print it at home as many times as you'd like for your own use.
I'm a total beginner — is this too advanced for me?
Not at all. It was written specifically for first-time keepers, starting with the very first decision (which breed) and walking forward from there.
Do you offer refunds?
Because this is an instant digital download delivered immediately after checkout, all digital guide purchases are final and non-refundable. Please read the full description above before buying. If you run into a technical problem opening or downloading your file, contact us and we'll help make it right.
Complete Your Flock Library
This guide gets you started. These go further — and the Bundle below gets you everything for less.
Or get all 4 guides for $69
The Backyard Flock Success Bundle includes this Starter Guide plus the Incubation Blueprint, the Chick Care Planner, and the Flock Health Guide — all 4, one download.
Get the Bundle — $69Ready to Actually Start Your Flock?
Once you've read through the guide, here's where real customers usually start.
Ready to Raise Your First Flock — the Right Way?
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