It may not seem like it, but chickens are incredible pets and livestock animals. They offer a unique blend of companionship, utility, and a lot of personality. They are not only endlessly entertaining ...

Source: Anil Öztas, via Wikimedia Commons. Chickens are experiencing a surge in popularity. In the U.S. alone, there are an estimated 85 million backyard or household chickens, making them the third ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. What makes an animal a pet? That they come when called? The way they curl up and rest in your lap while you watch TV? Or that they ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. As egg prices skyrocket, people raising chickens are grateful to have their own supply conveniently located in their backyard.

For Tommy Spillane, nothing is quite as sweet as tending to his flock. The nine hens and one rooster that Spillane hatched with his sister Megan Holden have become a source of immense happiness, ...