It might be helpful for you to research the history of the Jersey Giant chicken. It was developed over about 20 years to fill the niche you seek to fill.
OK, I’ve read this whole thread, had a farm in Schoharie and lived in NY for 25 years. His bullying and letting his dog run equals harassing you, which is illegal. It is causing you undue anxiety, strife and fear for yourself and children. Rise above your chickens and launch an offensive attack...
Pink and purple are due to a heavy bloom over a light beige egg (pink) or a heavy bloom on a very dark brown egg from a Marans or Wellsummer (purple)
Some ppl are breeding for these now to get the whole “rainbow” of eggs.
So how did everybody fare during your freak cold weather? I’m seriously considering doing a study of different breeds in a mixed flock on 99% free range forage. I have space and want to know which breeds survive predators best, then breed them stronger. I really think better, stronger chicks...