The Silkie Chicken, which is believed to be of oriental descent is one of the most unique chicken breeds that you will ever see. The fortunate absence of a structure called the Barcibel makes the feathers of this beautiful bird look unattached and extremely fluffy. These birds are primarily owned for ornamental and showing purposes. However, commercially, they are put to use for something entirely different. Usually, the Silkie is used commercially to hatch the eggs of other chickens. The fact that this bird is such a good brooder and mother, makes it popular among breeders who want another breed to babysit the chicks. They are also extremely calm and docile, making them the perfect backyard chickens. In fact, this small sized bird is considered the friendliest of all the chicken breeds. Not to mention, it is also extremely adorable and cuddly! If you are a first time chicken owner, this book is your comprehensive guide to chicken care. Everything that you need to know about the health and proper development of your birds is in this book. This book takes you step by step through various chicken care practises that can be slightly intimidating for first time pet owners. You can read about common issues like feeding, housing and healthcare for backyard chickens. I do hope that this book is as informative as I intended it to be. It is simple and fun to read, I assure you. So, here is wishing you pleasant times with your beloved Silkie Chickens. My silkies are funny and make me laugh all day. I hope yours are funny too!

"I have been told, but did not myself see the animal, that there are found, at this place a species of domestic fowls which have no feathers, their skin being clothed with a black hair, resembling the fur of cats. Such a sight must be extraordinary. They lay eggs like other fowls, and are good to eat." These were Marco Polo's words describing Silkie chickens as he was travelling in Asia in the 13th century. This marvelous breed of chicken has fascinated chicken lovers for a long time. Welcome to the fabulous world of Silkie chickens. This book is for Silkie chicken enthusiasts looking to get useful tips and knowledge on raising this breed. Good husbandry matters a lot in pet quality Silkies. This is a how-to raise Silkies guide that provides the perfect blend of instruction, inspiration and reference for both newbies and experienced keepers. You will find checklists, tips and detailed information inside. This will help you decide what to do when choosing, caring for and taming your Silkie cuties. You'll learn all you need to know to make you and your Silkie chickens happy. Covered in this book: - Behavior - Biology - Breeding - Buying - Care - Costs - Feeding - Grooming - Health - History - Living area - Preparing for a flock - Showing - Sweet personality - Tips ...and much more

Everything you need to know about Silkies or Silkie Chickens as pets. This book is a must have guide for anybody passionate about Silkie Chickens, Silkies or Silkie Bantams. Facts and information, raising, breeding, care, food and where to buy all included. Black, white, Chinese and bearded silkie chickens also covered. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no nonsense fashion, Elliott Lang covers all aspects of keeping Silkie Chickens. The book is full of sound advice and answers to your questions.

Everything you need to know about Silkie Chickens, sometimes known as Silkies. Silkie Chickens. Silkie chickens care, breeding, eggs, raising, welfare and keeping them happy, bearded, non bearded, bantoms, buying, as pets, black, white, japanese, chinese and much more. From a brief history to common terms used by breeders and people in the know. Their unusual anatomy like colours and texture of their feathers, hence the name, which makes them adorable pets.How to care for them and what to look out for to avoid health problems. How to keep them content, and as everyone likes a treat, the good and the bad when offering treats. Types of Silkies and the preparation for keeping them are covered as well as breeding and egg production. Just a few of the topics covered and much more inside this easy going book that will equip you to enjoy the fun and pleasure in keeping Silkies and the essentials to keeping them happy, healthy and content

The story of Cinderella is transported to snowy Russia in Jan Brett's lavish style. One magical night, Cinders, the most picked upon hen in the flock, becomes the most loved by Prince Cockerel when she arrives at his ball looking so beautiful that even her bossy sisters don't recognize her. Jan travelled to Russia and readers will be in awe of the Ice Palace aglow under a deep blue moonlit sky, exquisite ball gowns on the comely pullets, uniforms with gold braids and buttons on the cockerels, striking Russian architecture transformed into ice in the borders, and a very funny flock of chickens who provide an appealing, original look at this snowy Cinderella. Readers will find these dressed up chickens comical as they pour over the extravagant setting, including a "WOW"-inducing double gatefold of chicken couples whirling around the ballroom. A feast for the eyes that is sure to become a perennial favorite.

From addled to wind egg and crossed beak to zygote, the terminology of everything chicken is demystified in The Chicken Encyclopedia. Complete with breed descriptions, common medical concerns, and plenty of chicken trivia, this illustrated A-to-Z reference guide is both informative and entertaining. Covering tail types, breeding, molting, communication, and much more, Gail Damerow provides answers to all of your chicken questions and quandaries. Even seasoned chicken farmers are sure to discover new information about the multifaceted world of these fascinating birds.

"The Secret Lives of Chickens" does not describe how to raise chickens but rather how chickens live their lives, what their own society is like, what they do in their day-to-day living, their generally contented and happy approach to life, their many wiles, and more. Chickens are much more than we generally assume them to be. They are clever and they outsmart us all the time. What they do, and the situations in which they find themselves, can be humorous, and warm, and friendly. "The Secret Lives of Chickens" is a pleasant, easy to read book. This second edition of the hardcover book has been re-formatted from 10x8 to 8x10, some of the many photos have been spruced up a bit, but otherwise the content is the same.

"[Chickenology] has found a prominent place at my farm in the book shelf where we keep our favorites books"— Isabella Rossellini Chickenology takes young readers on a fascinating and informative tour of chickens. With a playful tone and irresistibly charming illustrations by rising star Camilla Pintonato, this lively visual encyclopedia presents chickens in all of their feathered glory. Discover the incredible variety of chickens with different origins, breeds, and feather patterns. Learn incredible facts: did you know that chickens can learn to count up to four and have excellent hearing? Many even like to listen to music! A great educational book, covering: • Different breeds of chickens, like Padovana and Silkie • The difference between roosters and hens • How chicks are formed in the egg • Chickens sounds and noises • Chicken anatomy and feather anatomy and colors • Chickens and eggs around the world • Chicken history and folklore • Raising chickens at home • Chickens as pets Chickenology is the perfect animal book for nature and animal loving young readers, chicken enthusiasts, chicken farmers, and pet chicken owners alike! "Prepare to be fascinated by the varied world of chickens, presented here in charming detail....Endearingly dubbing chickens 'irresistible companions,' this educational overview of all things chicken is bound to hatch some new enthusiasts."—ALA/Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

Stephen Green-Armytage's fabulous hit book--a look at the bizarre and beautiful world of exotic ornamental chickens first released in Fall 2000--is back in a delightful new edition that can be kept in one's pocket. 157 full-color photos.