Local Discussion Groups
Three online groups are available for those wanting to connect with the local chicken community:
- The Alameda Backyard Chickens email list is intended for city of Alameda residents or those very close by. Some common topics are very local (e.g. coordinating food runs and the Alameda Chicken Coop tour).
- The Alameda Backyard Chickens Facebook page is similar in scope.
- There is also an East Bay Backyard Chickens Google group that that serves a larger geographical area: Alameda and Contra Costa county.
City Code and Rules
The City of Alameda municipal code allows residents to keep up to six domestic fowl in their yards, with some restrictions. Full details can be found in sections 7.4 and 7.9.
Various individual homeowner associations (HOAs) disallow keeping chickens, so be sure to check their rules as well.
Various individual homeowner associations (HOAs) disallow keeping chickens, so be sure to check their rules as well.
Local Stores
The following stores provide chicken feed, supplies, and baby chicks, as noted:
In Alameda:
Other East Bay:
In Alameda:
- See Spot Run (2510 Santa Clara Ave) - Food and supplies.
- Pet Food Express (Bridgeside Shopping Center, 2661 Blanding Ave, Suite 9F) - Food and supplies.
Other East Bay:
- Pollinate Farm & Garden (2727 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland - co-owned by an Alamedan!) - Baby chicks, food, and extensive supplies.
- Biofuel Oasis (1441 Ashby Ave, Berkeley) - Baby chicks, food, and supplies.
- Mike's Feed & Pets (710 E 14th St, San Leandro) - Baby chicks, food, and supplies.
- Alamo Hay & Grain (3196 Danville Blvd, Alamo) - Baby chicks, food, and supplies.
- Concord Feed (5288 Clayton Rd, Concord) - Baby chicks, food, and supplies.
- Half Moon Bay Feed & Fuel (331 Main St, Half Moon Bay) - Baby chicks, food, and supplies.
Online Resources
There are many online resources for learning about raising chickens and dealing with specific problems. Here are a few: