September is National Chicken Month.
Although chicken is a favorite American food, whether fried, baked or grilled, have you ever thought about having mercy on a poor chicken and owning one as a pet? Chickens may make better pets than you realize.
The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), have studied chickens as pets and made some interesting observations.
* Chickens actually seem to enjoy watching television and listening to music.
* Chickens are able to understand that hidden objects still exist. This shows their level of intelligence, as this is a concept that many small children do not grasp.
* Chickens have shown the ability to learn from their mistakes and the mistakes of other chicken.
* Chickens are able to recognize over 100 other chickens and remember them.
* A mother hen will turn her eggs up to five times an hour and cluck to her baby chicks. The chicks chirp back to their mommy from inside their shells.
* Chickens have over 30 different cries they use and recognize, depending on their circumstances.
* Chickens have their own distinct personalities, just like dogs or even people. Some are shy while others are friendly and more aggressive.
So...if you are looking for a fun pet that can also supply you with breakfast (eggs, not meat!) consider the chicken.
Although chicken is a favorite American food, whether fried, baked or grilled, have you ever thought about having mercy on a poor chicken and owning one as a pet? Chickens may make better pets than you realize.
The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), have studied chickens as pets and made some interesting observations.
* Chickens actually seem to enjoy watching television and listening to music.
* Chickens are able to understand that hidden objects still exist. This shows their level of intelligence, as this is a concept that many small children do not grasp.
* Chickens have shown the ability to learn from their mistakes and the mistakes of other chicken.
* Chickens are able to recognize over 100 other chickens and remember them.
* A mother hen will turn her eggs up to five times an hour and cluck to her baby chicks. The chicks chirp back to their mommy from inside their shells.
* Chickens have over 30 different cries they use and recognize, depending on their circumstances.
* Chickens have their own distinct personalities, just like dogs or even people. Some are shy while others are friendly and more aggressive.
So...if you are looking for a fun pet that can also supply you with breakfast (eggs, not meat!) consider the chicken.
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