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    Roo or Hen? Lavendar Orpingtons

    Hi all, I purchased 6 chickens from Cheseapeake Hatchery beginning of March. They’re now about 2.5 months old. To my disappointment the seller already confirmed that the BBS Black Ameraucana and Barred Rock are likely roosters, but now I’m beginning to suspect that the 2 Lavendar Orpingtons are...
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    Help sexing 4 week old chicks

    Hi all. We brought home our baby chicks about 4 weeks ago from a local hatchery and although all were sexed, I’m wondering what I was sold. All of them appear to have a comb at this point, minus little Sweetpea in the back who is surprisingly the same age as the rest - she has a great appetite...
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    Reputable online breeders/Hatchery near Maryland

    Hi all, we are in Maryland and looking to buy our first chicks. I'm leaning towards a few Buff and Lavender Orpingtons and Easter Eggers. Has anyone had any good experiences with someone locally or are there more reputable online hatcheries with quick delivery? These will be our first chickens...
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    Feedback on breed selection for 1st timer

    Hi all, we are trying to finalize our chick selection and would love some input from the group. I've been doing some research, but we are first timers and the many breed options are overwhelming. Most importantly, we are looking to select chickens that will be relatively docile and gentle with...
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    Raised vs ground level coop and cupolas

    Hi all, I am a chicken novice and plan to get our first chickens this spring. We have found a great coop builder in the Lancaster, PA area who offers many different styles. We are heavily leaning towards an 8X16 coop which has an indoor area offered either at ground level or raised (looks to be...
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