Get chickens, bunnies, goats and geese, or local honey, boiled peanuts and arts & crafts at the monthly Pensacola Poultry and Farm Animal Swap.

Before getting chickens, consider local regulations, time and labor commitments and potential costs. Chickens require proper biosecurity measures to prevent diseases like avian influenza.

There's been an uptick in interest in buying chickens to access affordable eggs. One local vet said there are some concerns to be cautious about but doesn't think it's a bad idea.