Comments on: Sign the Petition

By: Clay Ward

Clay Ward — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 20:20:04 +0000

Keeping local ducks are so wonderful. I have done so here in Cambridge port in the late 90s and there was never a problem. It’s clear that any constraint placed on the keeping of these ducks will violate the standards that our community has developed over time. We are a happy bunch, here in Cambridge, and we’re proud of our eccentricities. And as a man who grew up in cambridge, went to school in Cambridge public schools, and is now a business owner here in Cambridge I am happy to say that I’m confident that these ducks are here to stay.

By: Nicholas Bond

Nicholas Bond — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:20:42 +0000

Birds make great buddies. See my picture on facebook above with my late fowl friend, Mr. Turk. You guys look like you’ve made a great home for these creatures. Thank you for caring!

By: Indica

Indica — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:59:04 +0000

I agree 100%. I see nothing wrong what so ever with responsibly keeping these wonderful birds. I know a few people on my bird groups who have ducks and chickens and really enjoy them. They help eat bugs in the yard, they are not loud, they keep them sanitary, and they are very affectionate. People have dogs and sometimes are irresponsible, not cleaning up the feces which reeks and allowing them to bark continuously, chew up fences, get out and tear up peoples garbage, etc. Chickens aren’t nearly as bad as dogs. And then there are cats. I have pigeons, legally, responsibly, and no ones complained, yet the neighbors all have cats who run the neighborhood and come into my own yard and have picked off and killed a great many of my pet pigeons, not to mention they are decimating the wild bird populations. If people have a problem with a couple of chickens, they should take a look at the problems and damage caused by irresponsible cat owners!

By: Deborah Becker

Deborah Becker — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:42:02 +0000

I own an apartment at 48 Crescent St, Cambridge, and I wish there was more small, sustainable urban agriculture in my town. I visited 220 Putnam Avenue, and was delighted to see there was a small coop in the backyard. The ducks and chickens were silent and healthy, and the yard was very neat. I’m delighted that my neighbors are working so diligently so that wonders such as urbanhomestead.org can happen – not in California, but right here in Cambridge. I want to be proud to live in a neighborhood that supports such well executed DIY living. I learned about animals and agriculture from my visit.

By: Joel Bennett

Joel Bennett — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:53:19 +0000

It’s all about being responsible. Thankyou for being responsible Animal owners (companions) you clearly love your pets.

By: Ryan Jaworski

Ryan Jaworski — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:29:34 +0000

Thanks for the response, Blake. My only issue is the rooster noise, so I’m all for the keeping of female fowl. Good luck!

By: Butch Kelson

Butch Kelson — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 04:34:15 +0000

Why is it ok for hundreds of geese and ducks to live wild along the river (not to mention the thousands of pigeons who inhabit our Squares, and the seagulls who come in from the Harbor), but a handful of domesticated ducks and chickens suddenly present a HAZARD?????

By: Lynda Masson

Lynda Masson — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 23:53:58 +0000

We have raised various breeds of chickens and have 2 ducks. It is a wonderful experience that has enhanced the lives of our family…teaching responsiblity…and being able to eat fresh eggs. Our friends and family also enjoy us sharing the eggs with them. For those who choose to take this adventure on, it should be there choice.

By: Jason Herlihy

Jason Herlihy — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:24:04 +0000

I love mother nature and I am apalled that the community of Cambridge does not!!

By: David Peterson

David Peterson — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:00:53 +0000

I think any City ordinances concerning the keeping of animals should focus on behavior rather than species. Ducks and chickens can be quieter and less intrusive than some dogs or cats.