Since I was born (51 years ago) and when my parents were born (90 years ago), a chicken was a farm animal.
Today it is considered a farm animal with the exception of a few.
I am not opposed to chickens. I eat them regularly and eat eggs in moderation. I enjoy going to a farm atmosphere and seeing the horses, cows, sheep, chickens etc.
After all I live in the city and farm life is a different way.
You can't help but notice the space, not only that the animals have but the space between neighbours. I live in the city where if I walk 20 feet in either direction I am in my neighbour's yard. I can hear them talk while I am in my yard on a warm summer's day.
So now bring a farm animal into my neighbourhood.
First off, there are more urban predators here than on a farm. First off is your neighbour.
You really think Mrs. Snooty pants that trims her lawn with scissors really wants chickens next door? Probably not.
You think all the cats in the area will stay away from your happy roost?
Probably not, but they might poop in your garden while watching the poultry antics.
All the dogs in the vicinity can't be quiet when its quiet.
Think they will bite their tongue when they hear cackler pushing out an egg?
I don't think so.
Keith Humphrey
Prince George
