With backyard farms multiplying across Chester County, pet sitters are expanding services to include chickens, goats, pigs, and other animals.

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Deciding to have your own chicken flock at home can be an exciting and slightly overwhelming process. But before you start, ...

Applications are due by March 1. The $375 fee covers the chicks, feed, equipment and ongoing support. Chicks will be available for pickup during the week of March 16. Selected applicants will be able ...

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Chickens are some of the most versatile animals around. They can be great pets, and they can also be a useful source of food. No matter why you plan on keeping chickens, you need to know the best ...

Until recently, Southfield required those who wanted to raise backyard chickens to keep the coop 175 feet from any neighbor’s house or other structure. “That’s completely unrealistic,” said Sarah ...