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post #2651 of 3058
1/21/13 at 9:43pm
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Originally Posted by cubakid View Post

The possibility that you will get two of one and two of another is unlikely. You may not even be able to tell the two breeds apart coming from a hatchery.

Arent Malay chicks brownish, while Saipan are yellow? Either way, doesnt matter, will be fun.
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post #2652 of 3058
1/22/13 at 5:40am

Sure, enjoy them. Even if they don't impress all these guys wink.png

Should still prove to be some fun and unique looking birds.

"The greatest fear for the future is that we forget the way God has led us in the past"
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better and your better is best"

 

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"The greatest fear for the future is that we forget the way God has led us in the past"
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better and your better is best"

 

Someone died so you wouldn't have to, have you said thank you?

 

 

 

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post #2653 of 3058
1/22/13 at 8:23am
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Originally Posted by fowlsessed View Post

Sure, enjoy them. Even if they don't impress all these guys wink.png

Should still prove to be some fun and unique looking birds.

x2

my birds are all hatchery stock from ideal.... they are tons off type but they are my first so idc... beauty is in the eye of the beholder... no orientals as of yet just a pair of yokohamas lol

ESSAYONS et FASSAYONS!
Let us try, and Let us do!
*WARNING*
READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!
PROBLEM SOLVED
PROBLEM STAYING SOLVED
SAPPERS/ENGINEERS LEAD THE WAY!
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ESSAYONS et FASSAYONS!
Let us try, and Let us do!
*WARNING*
READ AT YOUR OWN RISK!
PROBLEM SOLVED
PROBLEM STAYING SOLVED
SAPPERS/ENGINEERS LEAD THE WAY!
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post #2654 of 3058
1/22/13 at 10:55am
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Originally Posted by MA Mama View Post

I understand your management point, and that death could result, and I am re-thinking this.  However, how does "sickness" play into the picture?

Adult birds have had a lifetime to build up natural immunity to things in their surrounds. Young chicks have not had that same chance.

 

This also applies to new birds coming on your place. I quarantine all new birds on the ground away from my other birds. Yes, my birds could get something from the new arrivals. However, it is just as likely if not more so that the new birds will get something from mine.

NPIP 56-378, AI tested Clean, Farm Inspected by Clemson Poultry
Breeding Orientals,Games and Ducks;
With a large selection of Asil
And the largest flock of Cubalayas east of the Mississippi
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NPIP 56-378, AI tested Clean, Farm Inspected by Clemson Poultry
Breeding Orientals,Games and Ducks;
With a large selection of Asil
And the largest flock of Cubalayas east of the Mississippi
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post #2655 of 3058
1/22/13 at 10:58am
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Originally Posted by chickletteSarge View Post

x2

my birds are all hatchery stock from ideal.... they are tons off type but they are my first so idc... beauty is in the eye of the beholder... no orientals as of yet just a pair of yokohamas lol

Nothing in the world wrong with starting with hatchery stock. Some is actually quite good from some select hatcheries (I wouldn't tend to include Orientals in that statement). Everybody has to start somewhere.

 

Remember this though: It cost just as much to care for poor quality stock as it does good stock.

NPIP 56-378, AI tested Clean, Farm Inspected by Clemson Poultry
Breeding Orientals,Games and Ducks;
With a large selection of Asil
And the largest flock of Cubalayas east of the Mississippi
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NPIP 56-378, AI tested Clean, Farm Inspected by Clemson Poultry
Breeding Orientals,Games and Ducks;
With a large selection of Asil
And the largest flock of Cubalayas east of the Mississippi
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post #2656 of 3058
1/22/13 at 11:21am

Which breed would you recommend for brooding. I just need an all around good bird that can get the job done. Kraienkoppes seem interesting. I have read that the cockerels are not as agressive as the Old English Game and are watchful of raptors which I have a small problem with. I have lots of free range and keep my birds behind electronet fencing, which does a better job of keeping predators out than chickens in which is OK with me most of the time. Also, in general, are game breed roosters noiser than the Heritage Breeds that I have now (New Hamp. & Speckled Sussex). I suspect that my current hens will not be reliable broodies? I am not sure. I have read that the game breeds are the most reliable. Any thoughts?

 

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Mark

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post #2657 of 3058
1/22/13 at 11:39am
 

And having said what I did about your hatchery birds, don't judge the whole "race" by them. They may be a little off.

"The greatest fear for the future is that we forget the way God has led us in the past"
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better and your better is best"

 

Someone died so you wouldn't have to, have you said thank you?

 

 

 

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"The greatest fear for the future is that we forget the way God has led us in the past"
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better and your better is best"

 

Someone died so you wouldn't have to, have you said thank you?

 

 

 

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post #2658 of 3058
1/22/13 at 11:46am
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Originally Posted by Fentress View Post

Which breed would you recommend for brooding. I just need an all around good bird that can get the job done. Kraienkoppes seem interesting. I have read that the cockerels are not as agressive as the Old English Game and are watchful of raptors which I have a small problem with. I have lots of free range and keep my birds behind electronet fencing, which does a better job of keeping predators out than chickens in which is OK with me most of the time. Also, in general, are game breed roosters noiser than the Heritage Breeds that I have now (New Hamp. & Speckled Sussex). I suspect that my current hens will not be reliable broodies? I am not sure. I have read that the game breeds are the most reliable. Any thoughts?

 

Thanks,

 

Mark

I think that the Speckled Sussex and New Hampshires should prove to be reliable broodies, actually. Most of them. Depends on strain and individuality a little. But they are known for going broody, and should prove to be good mothers.

As far as noise difference, not much, that I've noticed.

Games are among the best broodies, but other breeds can be great, too.

"The greatest fear for the future is that we forget the way God has led us in the past"
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better and your better is best"

 

Someone died so you wouldn't have to, have you said thank you?

 

 

 

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"The greatest fear for the future is that we forget the way God has led us in the past"
"Good, better, best. Never let it rest until your good is better and your better is best"

 

Someone died so you wouldn't have to, have you said thank you?

 

 

 

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post #2659 of 3058
1/22/13 at 12:56pm

Thanks. That is good news. This is my first year and I would prefer to stand pat with the breeds that I have, at least for now.

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post #2660 of 3058
1/22/13 at 1:53pm

Fentress, I have not found NHs to be reliably broody in general.

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