Chicken Keeping Essentials
Getting started with backyard chickens takes a few basics: a safe coop, steady feed and water, brooder gear for chicks, and the everyday supplies that help keep your flock on track. This page brings together chicken keeping essentials for setup, feeding, watering, and routine care, with room to branch out into coops, runs, automatic feeders, chick waterers, treats, and more as your flock grows.
Producer's Pride
Producer's Pride Sentinel Chicken Coop, 6 Chicken Roosting Capacity
A steel-framed chicken coop with reinforced wood panels, predator-resistant latches, and three large nesting boxes.
What customers like:
Sturdy design
Well-made
Good ventilation
Easy assembly
Convenient for quick heatup
$399.99
$399.99
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RentACoop
RentACoop 5 lb. Chick2Chicken Port Chicken Feeder and 1 gal. Waterer Set
A durable, weatherproof feeder and waterer set with pest-resistant ports and anti-roost features for backyard poultry.
$79.99
$79.99
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Nutrena NatureWise
Nutrena NatureWise Chick Starter Grower 18% Protein Crumble Non-Medicated
A premium, natural chick starter-grower poultry feed that supports healthy growth and development in baby chicks.
What customers like:
Chicks love the food
Affordable and reliable
Easy to use with clear instructions
Better growth and healthier chicks
Promotes faster growth and healthier birds
$8.99
$8.99
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Producer's Pride
Producer's Pride Chick Brooder Lamp, 6 ft. Cord, 250W
A durable and efficient chick brooder lamp with adjustable positioning and a reinforced steel guard.
What customers like:
Durable and sturdy
Relief from cold
Good design
Easy to use
Inexpensive
$16.99
$16.99
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Purina
Purina Electrolyte and Antioxidant Supplement for Poultry, 0.25 oz. Packets, 3 pk.
An easy-to-mix powder supplement with electrolytes and antioxidants to support poultry hydration and health.
What customers like:
Supports hydration
Easy to use
Convenient storage
Pre-measured packets
$4.49
$4.49
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OverEZ
OverEZ 12 gal. Chicken Waterer
A convenient and low-maintenance chicken waterer that holds 12 gallons of clean water for up to a month.
What customers like:
Easy to clean and provides clean water
Convenient and low-maintenance
Versatile and suitable for larger flocks
Durable and high-quality
Easy to fill and assemble
$79.99
$79.99
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Producer's Pride
Producer's Pride Villa Chicken Coop, 12 Chicken Roosting Capacity
A gray solid wood chicken coop with nesting boxes, roosting bars, covered run, and predator-proof latches.
What customers like:
Attractive design
Easy to assemble
Spacious for chickens
Good ventilation
Sturdy construction
$699.99
$699.99
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Producer's Pride
Producer's Pride Guardian Chicken Coop, 14 Chicken Roosting Capacity
A spacious and sturdy chicken coop with room for up to 14 chickens, featuring nesting boxes and roosting bars.
What customers like:
Sturdy design
Clear instructions
Affordable price
Good ventilation
Easy assembly
$999.99
$999.99
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Garden Craft
Garden Craft 1/2 in. Mesh 19-Gauge Hardware Cloth, 100 ft. x 48 in.
A lightweight and flexible galvanized steel hardware cloth with 1/2 in. mesh for various fencing applications.
What customers like:
High-quality material
Easy to cut
Versatile and multiple uses
Effective as hardware cloth
Strong and durable
$259.99
$259.99
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Hoover's Hatchery
Hoover's Hatchery Live Barred Rock Baby Chicks, 10 ct.
A package of 10 baby chicks, the Barred Rock breed, known for their beauty and productivity.
What customers like:
Arrival condition of chicks
Correct sexing
High quality
Reasonable price
Works as advertised
$74.99
$74.99
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Hoover's Hatchery
Hoover's Hatchery Live Jersey Giant Baby Chicks, 10 ct.
A package of 10 baby Jersey Giant chicks, a dual-purpose breed known for their meatiness and prolific egg-laying.
What customers like:
Fast and prompt shipping
Healthy and high-quality chicks
Soft and comfortable chicks
Durable and robust
Variety of colors and sizes available
$69.99
$69.99
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Flock Party
Flock Party Combo Craze Mix Poultry Treats, 5 lb.
A nutritious and delicious poultry treat that includes mealworms, beetles, and flies for nutrition.
What customers like:
Fair price
Sturdy and durable construction
Easy to assemble and use
Attracts chickens and ducks
Chickens love the taste
$44.99
$44.99
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Garden Craft
Garden Craft 2 in. Mesh 150 ft. x 72 in. Chicken Wire
A lightweight and durable poultry netting with 2in mesh openings, made from 20 gauge woven steel wire.
What customers like:
Prompt delivery
Right price
Sturdiness
Easy to work with
Flawless
$99.99
$99.99
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OverEZ
OverEZ Medium Chicken Coop, 10 Chicken Capacity
A durable, medium-sized chicken coop made in the USA with wood construction and heavy-duty materials.
What customers like:
Durable construction
Good for small areas
Sturdy and functional
Easy assembly
Prompt shipping
$1999.99
$1999.99
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Manna Pro
Manna Pro Hydro Hen Poultry Drinking Water Supplement, 20 oz.
A water supplement for poultry that contains probiotics, electrolytes, and acidifiers for optimal health.
What customers like:
Provides added nutrients
Easy to use
Versatile
Chickens love it
Keeps them healthy
$19.99
$19.99
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Starkline
Starkline 164 ft. x 42 in. Standard Electric Poultry Netting
A ready-to-charge electric poultry netting system that provides up to 1600 sq ft of run for chickens and other poultry.
What customers like:
Convenient and easy to move
Effective in protecting gardens
Durable and sturdy
Provides more room for chickens
Hassle-free setup and movement
$199.99
$199.99
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Hoover's Hatchery
Hoover's Hatchery Live Assorted Brahma Baby Chicks, 10 ct.
A docile and friendly breed of Brahma birds that lay up to 200 medium brown eggs annually.
What customers like:
Easy to use and clean
Even spread of chicks
Fast and convenient shipping
Durable and long-lasting
Healthy and thriving birds
$99.99
$99.99
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Garden Craft
Garden Craft 2 in. Mesh 50 ft. x 60 in. Chicken Wire
A 60in H x 50ft L chicken wire with 2in hexagonal mesh openings, ideal for various applications.
What customers like:
Good price
Fast delivery
Sturdy material
Large mesh openings
Met user needs
$29.99
$29.99
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OverEZ
OverEZ Extra-Large Chicken Coop, 20 Chicken Capacity
A spacious and durable red chicken coop that can house up to 20 chickens, suitable for all climates.
What customers like:
Good customer service
Easy to assemble
Attractive appearance
Durable and well-built
Spacious size
$3499.99
$3499.99
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Snap Lock
Snap Lock Regular Plastic Chicken Coop, 6 Chicken Capacity
A durable, lockable plastic coop for 4-6 chickens that snaps together easily and requires no tools.
What customers like:
Easy maintenance
Durable construction
Good ventilation
Easy assembly
Roomy size
$679.99
$679.99
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COOHGRUBS
COOHGRUBS Premium Grade Dried Black Soldier Fly Larvae Chicken Treats, Tasty and Healthy Snacks for Hens Ducks
A nutritious 10 lb. bag of microwave-dried black soldier fly larvae, rich in protein and essential nutrients.
What customers like:
High nutritional value
Convenient packaging
Great value for price
Enjoyed by chickens
Freshness and quality
$59.99
$59.99
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Rugged Ranch
Rugged Ranch Wood Chicken Coop Hutch, 4 Chicken Capacity
A durable chicken coop with a unique 4-door back entry, 4 laying stations, and easy-lift lid.
What customers like:
Convenient and functional design
Durable and high quality construction
Good size and appearance
Quick shipping and great price
Easy to use and educational
$319.99
$319.99
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ImPECKables
ImPECKables Crawler Crunch Chicken Treats, 11 lb.
A high-protein, all-natural chicken snack made from dried black soldier fly larvae and mealworms.
What customers like:
Easy to feed as a treat
Offers a variety of insects
Good value for the price
High protein content
Chickens and ducks love it
$59.99
$44.99
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New Age Pet
New Age Pet ecoFLEX Jumbo Fontana Chicken Barn, Red
A durable and eco-friendly chicken barn made with ECOFLEX material, featuring a 3-compartment nesting box and roosting bars.
What customers like:
Convenient storage options
Roomy and spacious design
Durable and sturdy construction
Eco-friendly material
Comfortable and cozy for chickens
$599.99
$599.99
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FAQ
Most folks start with a coop, feeder, waterer, age-appropriate feed, bedding, and a few care basics. If you are raising chicks, add brooder gear like a heat source and thermometer before they arrive.
Baby chicks need chick starter feed made for their growth stage. As they grow, you can move them into the next feed stage based on their age and whether they are being raised for laying.
Pick a coop based on how many birds you plan to keep, not just how many you have today. Make sure your flock has enough room to roost, nest, and move around, and consider adding a run if they need more outdoor space.
Chick feeders are made for smaller birds and help them reach feed more easily in the brooder. Standard chicken feeders are better once birds are older and need larger-capacity feeding for the coop or run.
This page is the broad starting point for the whole campaign. If you want to narrow it down, visit our Backyard Chicken Runs page for outdoor space, Automatic Chicken Feeder for low-mess feeding, Baby Chick Waterers for young birds, Chicken Electrolytes for hydration support, or Automatic Chicken Doors for easier coop access.