Posts by Beckyinva

If I rehomed one, I would choose to rehome the one doing bullying. Would that cause a problem?

I have 2 silkie roosters along with 4 normal hens and 1 silkie hen. One rooster is now bullying the other and I feel SO bad for him. He is always off by himself now for fear of being attacked or run off. It is so sad to see him off...

I am very excited to get my first egg today. It was from a 4 mo. Old buff Orpington I was surprised at how small the egg is. My question is.....are the eggs smaller when they first start laying? Thanks so,much!

Thanks for the replies. Very helpful. This newbie needs all the help she can get. Becky

Is it possible for silkies to be raised with normal size chickens, like Orpingtons or Barred Rocks. They would all be close to the same age. Can the bantams safely live with the bigger calm chickens. My silkies are a couple weeks old...

I'm new to chickens and trying to pick my breeds. Orpington is on my list. Is the color that I choose play a factor in their personality? Thanks

I appreciate everyone's post!

Chickenman II, This is the response I expected to get from people. It is so cool how you,love your chickens. How do they interact with you?

Shelby, That is an awful lot of chicks to take care of. I could see why you would prefer older chicks.

I  would like to get 4 or 5 chickens. My first requirement is that they are people friendly and sweet. I'm thinking orpingtons  and silkies. My question is should I get babies or young adults. It seems that keeping...