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Heritage White Dorking Thread
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I am sorry there has been disappointment here. I understand the disappointment, but do not be disappointed with the person. Life happens. These are not people in business or making money by what they do. If we are fortunate enough to get a start with good birds, then it is a privilege of sorts. If this is what you want, keep plugging at it, and it will happen.
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I understand gjenson. I'm sure Joseph is a wonderful person, I just wish that I had known sooner so that I could've made other arrangements. I got a response from Jeremy at XW that he could possibly provide me with 10 or 15. Then no other response after I asked him to send me the price and I would get him a check out immediately. I guess that he just got too busy as well.
Does anyone know of a good souce for the White Dorking this late in the season?
I just may have to wait til next year and get on the list at XW very early. I have a vacation coming up soon and don't want to burden my house sitter with a flock of 4 week olds. Maybe I'll just get some Red Rangers late July so that I can put some meat in the freezer this fall.
Does anyone know of a good souce for the White Dorking this late in the season?
I just may have to wait til next year and get on the list at XW very early. I have a vacation coming up soon and don't want to burden my house sitter with a flock of 4 week olds. Maybe I'll just get some Red Rangers late July so that I can put some meat in the freezer this fall.
- May 19, 2009
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Well one thing you can do is just wait till Fall when the breeders are downsizing their flocks for winter. Contact them now and ask to buy some of the started birds they will be selling. That way you redeem the time of raising chicks. get to see how they have grown under the watchful eye of their breeder...and are on track to breed your own next spring with the rest of us.
Best,
Karen
Having started out in another breed with chicks several times...this time I started out with started birds in my Light Sussex. It is such a superior way to begin, I will always give it as a first recommendation.
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Pre-selling chicks breaks one of the cardinal rules, namely, don't count your chicks before they hatch. When one is a commercial hatchery, one is able to dedicate all of one's professional energy to the affair; when one is not a commercial hatchery, as we are not, there is the possibility that life will get in the way. When that occurs one has no choice but to bend to life and acquiesce.
When we were unable to fill some of the orders we received, we were troubled, yet being troubled does not magically produce more chicks. Thus, we had no choice but to write a letter to our customers and make our apology, returning their money, of course. Now, having been disappointed in the past, we knew the news would be tough, and we made every effort in our letter to acknowledge that sadness and frustration.
Perhaps in the future we shall have Dorking stock to share again, if we continue to ship chicks. Our other professional hats are very demanding, and shipping chicks is a lot of juggling. Insofar as it is a labor of love, as opposed to a profitable venture, sometimes it has to cede to life.
On a side note, being a breeder and having dealt with other breeders for years, when one is attempting to procure stock, especially quality stock only available from--and because of--breeders, one must be willing to roll with it until it happens. Sometimes it turns out exactly how we plan; sometimes it doesn't at all. At any rate, I'd recommend avoiding the public rant move against the only two breeders in the country who make the desired variety available in any material form to the American community.
Remember, there's always Sand Hill if one wants a commercial hatchery. Best of luck!
When we were unable to fill some of the orders we received, we were troubled, yet being troubled does not magically produce more chicks. Thus, we had no choice but to write a letter to our customers and make our apology, returning their money, of course. Now, having been disappointed in the past, we knew the news would be tough, and we made every effort in our letter to acknowledge that sadness and frustration.
Perhaps in the future we shall have Dorking stock to share again, if we continue to ship chicks. Our other professional hats are very demanding, and shipping chicks is a lot of juggling. Insofar as it is a labor of love, as opposed to a profitable venture, sometimes it has to cede to life.
On a side note, being a breeder and having dealt with other breeders for years, when one is attempting to procure stock, especially quality stock only available from--and because of--breeders, one must be willing to roll with it until it happens. Sometimes it turns out exactly how we plan; sometimes it doesn't at all. At any rate, I'd recommend avoiding the public rant move against the only two breeders in the country who make the desired variety available in any material form to the American community.
Remember, there's always Sand Hill if one wants a commercial hatchery. Best of luck!
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- Jul 21, 2007
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White Dorking Enthusiasts,
I've been following the Dorking and Heritage threads for a couple years, but am not much of a poster. Since the number of White Dorking flocks appears to be so limited, I thought it was important to become more visible. I'm in Michigan and obtained a small number of started birds in 2014, purchased as chicks from Yellow House Farm. Both my source and I have had terrible success with hatching this season, but between us, have 2 cocks, 7 hens, and 2 (yes, 2) chicks. My cock is out of commission due to injury, but expected to make full recovery for breeding next season. I hope to set more eggs from this other breeder before summer is through.
I've raised Buckeye for many years, but when the opportunuty to obtain Dorking from such a respectable line presented itself, I decided to make the switch. Clearly, I (we) do not have stock available at this time. But I have every intention of investing the time, energy, and brutal focus to make a positive contribution to the breed. I welcome interaction with others interested in the success of efforts by all Dorking breeders. Perhaps Michigan can become an important point on the Dorking map.
Mary
I've been following the Dorking and Heritage threads for a couple years, but am not much of a poster. Since the number of White Dorking flocks appears to be so limited, I thought it was important to become more visible. I'm in Michigan and obtained a small number of started birds in 2014, purchased as chicks from Yellow House Farm. Both my source and I have had terrible success with hatching this season, but between us, have 2 cocks, 7 hens, and 2 (yes, 2) chicks. My cock is out of commission due to injury, but expected to make full recovery for breeding next season. I hope to set more eggs from this other breeder before summer is through.
I've raised Buckeye for many years, but when the opportunuty to obtain Dorking from such a respectable line presented itself, I decided to make the switch. Clearly, I (we) do not have stock available at this time. But I have every intention of investing the time, energy, and brutal focus to make a positive contribution to the breed. I welcome interaction with others interested in the success of efforts by all Dorking breeders. Perhaps Michigan can become an important point on the Dorking map.
Mary
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Greetings, Mary! I m glad you are experiencing some success. I'm sorry for the difficulties. Just keep with them, and I'm sure you'll spread them around.
We have recommitted to our strain and are currently invested in giving them a big push. The chicks are growing fast, and I have strong hopes for end of season selection.
Best,
YHF
We have recommitted to our strain and are currently invested in giving them a big push. The chicks are growing fast, and I have strong hopes for end of season selection.
Best,
YHF
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Yes, very glad to hear you still have birds. I hope they continue to provide satisfaction and enjoyment for you.
Mary
Mary
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