I have both chickens and guineas. Cleaning out the coop takes about an hour twice a year. No big deal. I have minimal rodent problems, my cat takes care of them. They are fun to watch, and even with 20 they are still pets. The eggs are great, and if you sell some you offset the cost of feed. You will never make money on a small poultry operation, but you can eat better, and it makes a great hobby.