Getting started with hens
How many hens, where to buy them, when and on what budget: Elsanor's answers for starting a family flock of purebred hens.
11 questions
Yes, to our partners — and we are open to discussing new partnerships in areas where we are not yet present. We ship according to the destination and the applicable regulations; contact us to find out the terms for your country.
Through our resellers. We do not sell directly. If you are interested in becoming a reseller, do not hesitate to contact us.
To start out, favour a calm breed and watch the flight height. Recommended breeds include the Silkie, Pekin and Dutch crested bantam; and among giant breeds: Brahma, Cochin, Orpington.
With children, favour very calm breeds: Silkie, Faverolles, Brahma, Orpington.
Yes: small, not very active breeds with a low flight height adapt perfectly to a small garden. You can search for a breed by these criteria in our listing.
For the coop, allow 2 to 3 m² per bird to limit cleaning and to be able to shut the animals in; if the hens are out continuously, a small covered area sheltered from the wind is enough. For the outdoor run, allow 15 to 20 m² per bird so there is always grass.
It all depends on the origin and quality you are looking for. For purebred birds, expect between €25 and €50 on average; for exceptional specimens the price can climb much higher, as in many fields. As a rule, there is a link between the size of the breed and its price.
In good conditions, a hen lives on average 8 to 12 years, depending on the breed and the care given (quality of feed, health monitoring…).
Yes. Good to know: there is no specific diploma for breeding purebred hens.
It all depends on everyone's goals and means. In general, an amateur breeding-selection keeper mainly seeks to limit the cost of their hobby rather than to make money.
Hens can be bought in any season, but it is more pleasant to get them in spring or autumn, when you spend time in the garden. Chicks are best in spring, so they can grow during the fine weather.
No question found