Alva Review-Courier -

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — This is a story about fluffy little chickens living their best lives in Lakeview. It's a story about predators, canine heroism and amputation. It's about coincidence, karma and a young couple who've found a kooky obsession to share.

Brianne Whelan makes Greek yogurt parfaits for her four hens, with banana, chia seeds and assorted berries, just like brunch at a downtown hotel. When it's hot, she freezes watermelon for them as a refreshing afternoon snack.

"It's like sorbet," she said.

Brianne's four hens live in a coop that looks like a Cape Cod cottage. The birds have privat...