To lady feathers: Yeah, most of the photos I found of the ISA browns did look a bit lighter than mine; I'm open to the possibility that I'm wrong about those, too. LOL
To Alexis: All of your chicks are soooo adorable. No, as far as I've noticed, no extra toes. She does have a bit of grey mixed...
We purchased this chick at Tractor Supply, as one of 6. Three of them were straight-run Cornish Rocks; 3 were 'pullets'. Two of the 'pullets' I have since identified as Isa Browns; however, this third one has me baffled. At first, it was almost identical to the Cornish Rocks; however, in the...
I suppose I should have read the new member advice before posting my intro, huh?
So, a bit more about me: As stated, I'm new to raising chickens; before Friday, I'd never even touched a live chicken. But I'm really making an effort to simplify things and thought chickens would be a good way to...
I've been poking around the site for a few days. I wasn't originally intending to join; rather, I was doing some general research. However, I have now struck an obstacle, and decided to join in case I need to look/ask for advice.
I am entirely new to the idea of raising chickens; I considered...