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12 Types of Hens That Lay Lots of Eggs, Make Good Pets, and Fit in Small Yards

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Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types of Hens that Lay Lots of Eggs, Make Good Pets, and Fit in Small Yards (Booklet)

by R.J. Ruppenthal

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If you're looking for the perfect addition to your backyard flock, look no further! These 12 types of hens are known for laying lots of eggs, making great pets, and being perfect for small yards.

1. Rhode Island Red

Rhode Island Reds are one of the most popular chicken breeds in the world, and for good reason. They're hardy, adaptable, and lay lots of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

A Rhode Island Red Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet)

2. Wyandotte

Wyandottes are another great choice for backyard flocks. They're calm, friendly, and lay a good number of medium-sized, brown eggs. They're also cold-hardy, making them a good choice for climates with cold winters.

A Wyandotte Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet) — Wyandottes are calm, friendly, and lay a good number of eggs.

3. Plymouth Rock

Plymouth Rocks are a dual-purpose breed, meaning they're good for both meat and eggs. They lay a good number of large, brown eggs, and they're also good-natured and make great pets.

A Plymouth Rock Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet)

4. Australorp

Australorps are a black chicken breed that's known for laying a lot of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

An Australorp Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet) — Australorps are a black chicken breed that's known for laying a lot of eggs.

5. Leghorn

Leghorns are a white chicken breed that's known for laying a lot of small, white eggs. They're also very active and make great pets.

A Leghorn Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet)

6. Delaware

Delawares are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

A Delaware Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet) — Delawares are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of eggs.

7. Sussex

Sussexes are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

A Sussex Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet)

8. Orpington

Orpingtons are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

An Orpington Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet) — Orpingtons are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of eggs.

9. Buckeye

Buckeyes are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

A Buckeye Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet)

10. New Hampshire Red

New Hampshire Reds are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of large, brown eggs. They're also good-natured and make great pets.

A New Hampshire Red Hen Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types Of Hens That Lay Lots Of Eggs Make Good Pets And Fit In Small Yards (Booklet) — New Hampshire Reds are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of eggs.

11. Barred Rock

Barred Rocks are a dual-purpose breed that's known for laying a good number of large, brown eggs.

Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types of Hens that Lay Lots of Eggs, Make Good Pets, and Fit in Small Yards (Booklet)

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Best Chicken Breeds: 12 Types of Hens that Lay Lots of Eggs, Make Good Pets, and Fit in Small Yards (Booklet)

by R.J. Ruppenthal

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2005 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Print length	:	47 pages
Lending	:	Enabled