This is no ordinary farm. The animals are not bred for milk or meat. They live a life of fuss and adoration, admired by the visiting public, appearing on television, and arriving at events to bring a quirky element to even the most formal of proceedings.
Read MoreWilliam Wordsworth wrote about his hens in some of his poetry, observing hen parenting techniques and crediting them with “tenderness and love” towards their newborn chicks. Today, the hens that live at Wordsworth House and Garden are Orpingtons and Silkies.
Read MoreThousands of pigeons in World War II risked their lives delivering messages, and some won medals for their heroics.
Read MoreTraining chickens is easier than you might think. Some hens have a natural aptitude for learning and a longer attention span than others, making them good learners.
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