When I ordered my chickens ( and a month after that, my ducks)
I was terrified that they would end up dead but usps has been delivering chicks for years and they do a great job with the chicks, all of mine arrived safe and sound, if I were you I would order online and get the ones you really...
Maybe you could try a different hatchery like Metzer Farms or Cackle Hatchery if you really want Welsh Harlequins, if not, ive heard Khaki Campbells are a good breed for eggs and can be good pets and only get to about 4-6 lbs.