Canada: BC SPCA seeing ‘surge’ of interest in backyard chickens
There are a few matters homeowners should consider before building a coop.
By Chris Campbell
Vancouver is Awesome
July 19, 2020
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Speirs says some of the questions that individuals should consider are:
Are backyard chickens legal in my community?
Do I have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide adequate care for chickens?
Do I have access to suitable nutrition and veterinary care in my community?
What will I do if I have unwanted chickens/roosters?
What do I plan to do with my chickens once they stop laying eggs?
How will I protect my flock from predators and poor weather?
How will I dispose of chicken waste, feathers, and possible carcasses?
Am I aware of the human health risks associated with keeping chickens?
Do I know how to humanely catch and transport a chicken?
Am I able to provide an environment for the chickens that meet the requirements of the Canadian Code of Practice of egg-laying hens?
