The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Chickenscovers every aspect of raising chickens in any location - country, suburb, or city. People wanting their own supply of organic, additive-free, free-range eggs want to know how to keep their chickens healthy and producing eggs, and in The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Raising Chickens, readers will find coverage of- How to choose what to start with - chicks, pullets, or hens. How best to feed and water. How to keep chickens healthy. The most popular breeds. All things eggs, including how to sell them. How to prepare for the occasional meat. The urban chicken movement.