Thanks! I have two young boys, and I'm looking at the Orpingtons because of what I have read of their excellent temperament. I'm hoping for eggs and pets. :-) Will read about Ameraucanas. I'm new and learning.
I'm looking to get lavender orpington chicks this spring 2018 -- I live in the Harrisburg, PA area and am willing to drive a bit. Can anyone help direct me?
I live in the Central Pennsylvania area -- can get to MD, OH, NY / am willing to drive a bit -- and am looking to purchase 5-6 lavender orpington chics (specifically hens) this spring. This will be my first time having chickens. Can anyone help me find out where I might find some nice chickens...
(1) Are you new to chickens / when did you first get chickens?
I grew up on a farm with lots of animals -- including chickens. I remember a lot of bantams. Others I don't remember the breed. I have never personally raised chickens.
(2) How many chickens do you have right now?
I am in the...
Hens go broody when you don’t want them to… and won’t go broody when you do.