Do you prefer barred rocks or dominiques?

[Texashatching14]

I'm looking at getting a couple new hens and was interested in these birds. Can someone tell me the differences between the two? Not looks wise, but personality wise? Our chickens are pets first and foremost so we're looking for friendly and less flighty. Thank you!

 

[TooCheep]

Can't speak for dominiques, but my barred rock is the most friendly of my three breeds.

 

[Ted_Harrell]

I have hatched out both this year and loved both but the Dominiques had the ability to jump from the floor of the brooder to the top rim, about 18 inches, at 3 weeks. It took the Barred Rocks 4 weeks to get there. I don't know what that means for longevity or how calm/sweet they will be when they get older. I hatched the Barred rocks for a friend of mine and the Dominiques will be going to a different friend that I work with. I guess time will tell...By the way, here is a pic of one of the Dominiques at a couple of days old;

 

[Frazzemrat1]

Unfortunately, I lost my BR and half my flock over the summer. She was sweet, but bossy. I might get them again, but I'm not sure. I could just as easily try a Dom... They look interesting.

 

[chrissynemetz]

In my experience barred Rocks are a little calmer and friendlier. Dominiques tend to be just a bit more nervous. Although they can totally become just as sweet and friendly, it can take a little more patience.

 

[Ted_Harrell]

Sorry about the loss of your flock and Barred Rock..

 

[BirdsBeesTrees]

I have Barred Rocks hens and a Dominique rooster. The Barred Rock hens are very nice birds to people but can be aggressive to other birds. My rooster is flighty and flies in your face alot.

 

[Ted_Harrell]

Good to know as I think I have a couple of males in this hatch...

 

[GC-Raptor]

I have 5 Barred Rock hens (13 months)and 4 like to be held.
They have their own coop and pen, so I don't know how they will be with other Breeds, but together they are fine. They are a large duel purpose chicken, so could use that and toss their weight around. Probably best kept with other large Breeds.

GC

 

[Ted_Harrell]

GC, it looks like your girls are enjoying their selves in that picture...