Backyard Chickens for Seniors
Easier than you think.
Auto coop door
Run-Chicken or Omlet. $150-$300. Opens at dawn, closes at dusk.
Auto feeder
Treadle feeder $50. Only chickens activate it. No raccoons or rats.
Heated waterer
$50. Stays liquid even in winter freeze.
Why seniors love
- Fresh eggs daily
- Garden composting
- Pest control
- Calming pets
Check local laws
Most cities allow 4-6 hens. No roosters. Quiet, no neighbor complaints.
Coop options
Cheap kit $300. Pre-built nice $1,500. Custom $3,000+.
Quick Tip: 4 hens give 1 egg/day each. Plenty for senior couple.