Chicken Breed Focus - Old English Game

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trailrider330 said:
Can anyone speak to the noise level of OEG Bantams compared to other breeds of chickens?  I am also wondering how they do around younger children.  I am specifically looking at Red Pyle OEG Bantams.
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I have close to 50 and they can be quite loud when they get going, even if it's higher pitched. Hens are very vocal as well.

Temperament varies with my birds. Some are dog tame, some are skittish and flighty but docile, and some are feathered demons from hell. Some varieties seem to be better than others. My whites and blue brassies are calm, blacks and brown reds are somewhat aggressive and lemon blues give me good and bad birds.

All my hens are super sweet.
 
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I have an OEG that I rescued a little over a month ago. She's very talkative but aggressive- NO WAY! Today was the first day I let her run around loose with the other girls for the whole day. I have a barred rock that is relentless when it comes to pecking her. I've been trying to integrate them for about three weeks now it's been a very slow process but I think we're finally making progress. Hopefully within a week she will be better integrated.
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I know this is an old thread but I was hoping to resuscitate it!

I have 19 hens two bantam roosters. 17 ducks and 3 geese.

If I get an Old English game fowl rooster is it going to try to beat everybody up? I rescued the two little bantams I really don't want anything to happen to them or give them up. But I also really like the idea of a rooster that is ready to give its life up to protect its hens! I can respect that type of dedication!!They free range on the bit over 2 acers.

Any input would be much appreciated!
 
The natural instinct is to kill any male that can't be driven away. It is a threat to their ability to pass on genes. They don't protect hens because they like them, it is because they are precious vessels for their genetic material. Might get away with a silkie or polish, they might not recognize them as a rooster. OEGB is not likely to go far enough fast enough.
 
varidgerunner said:
The natural instinct is to kill any male that can't be driven away. It is a threat to their ability to pass on genes. They don't protect hens because they like them, it is because they are precious vessels for their genetic material. Might get away with a silkie or polish, they might not recognize them as a rooster. OEGB is not likely to go far enough fast enough.
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Ok thanks for the advise... Sounds like they have a lot in common with men!!
 
jophus said:
I breed OEGB, but am very interested to see replies and pics. These large fowl Old English Game are absolutely beautiful, and I'd love to find someone with good stock to get a pair or trio from. Thanks for this thread.
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I think that is what I have. They were gifts he said they were 'big stock game'. I guess that means old english large fowl. Not sure if you're still on here. But reply if you are.
 

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sumi said:
The Old English Game fowl is one of the oldest strains of poultry and they are well known for their gameness – their courage and indomitable spirit. The male of the species is very territorial and will defend his ground against other invading roosters. It is recommended to keep the males separated after six months of age for this reason..

Through the Middle Ages the breed was developed by the English nobility into many varying colours, while traits desirable for cockfighting were chosen by breeders. Cockfighting has since become illegal in many countries and English game fowl are nowadays kept just by enthusiasts and used for poultry exhibits and breeders. Most breeders aim to preserve the present strains of this species as well as trying to keep the colour and traits for poultry showing and exhibits.

There are many varieties in this breed, some examples being the Black Breasted Red, Spangled, Black, Dun Breasted, Blue Dun, Silver and Gold Duckwing and Brassy Back. Normally a single-combed breed, males were originally dubbed for fighting. This means that the comb and wattles were removed. It is still necessary to dub the birds to show them in the US and Britain.

OEGs are very hardy and excellent foragers. The hens go broody often and make very good mothers.

Details:

Purpose: Exhibition
Egg laying: ±160 eggs annually
Colours/Varieties (some): Black Breasted Red, Spangled, Black, Silver and Gold Duckwing.


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BYC Breed Discussion:

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/409709/standard-old-english-games/0_30

Do you own Old English Games? Are you an Old English Game breeder? If so, please reply to this thread with the your thoughts and experiences, including:

· What made you decide to get this breed?
· Do you own them for fun? Breeding? Some other purpose?
· What are your favorite characteristics about this breed?
· Post some pics of your birds; male/female, chicks, eggs, etc!


Please note, from the BYC Rules/TOS

14. No discussions about animal rights organizations or Cock fighting

We have a bunch of other awesome breed-focus threads for you to enjoy. You can see all of them here: https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/chicken-breed-focus-project.975504/
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