Orpingtons by far are the best. I have 10 hens and they give me over a dozen eggs large to jumbo every 2 days. They are super friendly and loved to be held.
My 5 week old chicks have been moved to the "big house" and love being outside all day in their fenced run. I leave the coop doors open for easy access to the inside. My question is are they smart enough get out of the rain?? Should I worry if they get wet?
Thanks for all your help.
I am living in Patrick County between Martinsville and Stuart. I have 48 chicks, 24 orps and 24 polish. Just wanted to say hey and see if anyone is in the area and can tell me where to get the best feed and supplies for the chicks. This is my first time with chickens and I am loving every...
I love this site. On June 1st I received in the mail 50 chicks. What was I thinking???? I was raised in NJ (not the garden part of the state) and married a nice midwestern boy over 30 years ago. I have 2 married daughters and a grandbaby. About 15 years ago we bought a farm in the foothill...