Recent content by VictoriaChickie

Hi all, I am very interested in the welsummer breed, and would like to start up a small (8) backyard flock. I am considering getting 2 welsummers, 2 orpingtons, 2 dorkings, and 2 easter eggers. I have a few questions though: 1. I have found all 4 of these breeds/types at murray mcmurray...

Hi all, I am very interested in Dorkings, From what I have gleaned about the breed, is that they are very sweet, patient with kids, quiet, an ancient breed, and just overall very great! I do have a few questions though: 1. Do they lay a descent size egg? 2. Murray McMurray Hatcheries are the...

Thanks pwand, I will check the site out. I have a little time to sort it out, but I like to be on top of things, since life gets busy. I have been considering different breeds, but keep coming back to these 3. I have 2 lil kids (2 and 5) and I know that Orpingtons are great for families...

Thanks all, great info, just what I was looking for. Unfortunately, I can't increase my flock size, because of the limit set for our area. But I think I can make the coop/run slightly larger, especially if it will help the chicks to be happier/healthier/less smelly. I have also been hearing a...

Hi all, I am in Saanich, on the island. It is great to see a few peeps from the island on here! I am planning on getting some chicks (6) in the spring and starting the chicken adventure. Anyone know of some good places to get (vaccinated) chicks on island? I will be probably ordering form the...

Hi all, I am building a coop for 5 hens this winter and I am trying to find the best location in my back yard. I have some space between/under a mature pear tree and a mature apple tree where I just dug up a huge bed of mint and lemon balm. The space is roughly 14feet buy 14feet under/between...

Hi all I am new to the group BYC I look forward to finding some great information and inspiration on the site and help/tips from some great people. I am located in the NW coast (Vancouver Island), and our district has just recently passed a bylaw allowing up to 5 hens on our property. We will be...