Trying to decide whether or not to free range your chickens? We weigh out the pros and cons of free range chickens at our homestead to help you decide how to raise your own flock. Pros of Free Range Chickens: 1. Happier Hens. Freedom!!! Who wouldn’t be happier with a little bit of freedom in comparison to being “cooped” up all day long. Ha! I like to make sure all of our animals are happy and have the best life – even our chickens. You might also be surprised at how much personality chickens have. Ours hover at the door in the morning waiting for us to open the coop…