In the same way that puppies and kittens are irresistible, baby chickens are absolutely adorable. For my family, raising chicks is one of the best parts of having a backyard flock. Interacting with these sweet little balls of floof is something we all anticipate as we get closer to spring.

Some of our fondest memories with backyard chickens haven’t been about egg counts. While we certainly appreciate their tasty contributions to breakfast, we enjoy their quirky personalities just as much. When it comes to personality, some chicken breeds will come when called, tolerate being picked up, and even wander around the garden beside you.