Chicken Saddle Business

Chicken Saddle Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

Consider a chicken saddle business if you're intrigued by a unique niche market. Chicken saddles are small protective coverings for hens, designed to shield their backs from damage during mating or pecking by other chickens.

To start, you'll need basic sewing skills and materials like durable fabric and elastic bands. Crafting a range of sizes and patterns will cater to different breeds and customer preferences.

Market your chicken saddles online through platforms like Etsy or your dedicated website. Engage with poultry-focused communities and forums to raise awareness.

The growing interest in backyard chicken farming means there's potential for consistent demand, making this an intriguing small business option. With low initial costs and the ability to scale production, entering the chicken saddle market offers a blend of creativity and practicality.

In this list, you'll find real-world chicken saddle business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a chicken saddle business that makes money.

1. Chicken Armor® ($9.6K/year)

Jill Bong, the co-founder of Chicken Armor, came up with the idea after her beloved chicken died from mating injuries. Unable to afford traditional saddles, Jill and her husband developed their own affordable and low-maintenance chicken saddle, which has since sold over 50,000 units and protected chickens in all 50 states and on 4 continents.

How much money it makes: $9.6K/year
How many people on the team: 2

How I Started A Business Online With No Money

Chicken Armor has sold over 50,000 affordable and easy-to-maintain chicken saddles since its inception, and utilizes a no-strings-attached guarantee and extensive media coverage for customer acquisition and retention.

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