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    About to embark on utility pet chickens.

    Seems like locally TSC hatchlings of asst standard cochin, americana,? orpington, broiler, rhode island and lace rock, misc silkie are pretty available and "asst Misc bantam" <_<. I could probably get more selection with eggs but that is a complicated line of steps and equipment for a handful...
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    About to embark on utility pet chickens.

    Thanks for replies. I remember that my sister's show Cochins (they were brilliant black and even had fluffy legs) looked cute but I never held them during my visit. Yes small eggs could be problematic. Pettable and just hang the yard with us is important aspect above production, but since they...
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    What are the best friendly, pet quality egglayers and how many? (we consume avg 6eggs/week)

    We are steady but moderate egg consumers most days except when baking or making egg heavy dishes. Looking for a pet quality chicken with mild personality. Really want Silkie pair but I heard they are broody and might be a little short for just one t o support or eating and still let her...
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    About to embark on utility pet chickens.

    Though my sister's dad raised show chicken (cochins? and others for egg farm-had like 30 chickens.) I was not around during that project. I have had parrots, crows and ducks. I want a gentle small fluffy pet and eggs. So thinking silkies but maybe one other gentle hen that is less broody (so I...
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