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No, like rabbits the original purpose is as livestock, but some people do consider them pets. However legally they are defined as livestock, they are used for food (meat and eggs). Just because they are livestock doesn't mean you treat them inhumanely. For those who say they are pets, but plan...

My two don't look half the size of yours...I mean they might weigh 3 lbs and that is PUSHING it. I was really hoping they would be hens. I contacted the fella I got 'em from and he will not respond. I wonder if that means he knows he sold me males? Maybe that is why they were so cheap...I asked...

Unfortunately I discovered feathers and a missing Juvi when I did mid day water/treat/food rounds. The juvies are only 2 months old, but I did not see those feathers at 530 this morning. :( Nope a little boy--The covers look filthy, but I guess white covers when your parents work with cars...

At 530 this morning I woke up to my little dog Carmel a 70lb Boxer mix throwing a royal fit and not in her usual tone. As soon as I was awake I also realized that the chickens in the adjoined pen were also throwing a fit. I thought maybe one of my 2 dogs had found a way into the chicken side of...

south poultry foultry in Morganton, Shooks Poultry in Conover (might be a little far). There are also several breeders in the Hickory area. Bout Thyme farm is one of show quality chicks. Look on Facebook you can find several.

Well I got some more pics when the rain decided to let up...They actually cooperated with me today too! I got a good deal on them even if they end up on the table. $4/bird. I have only dealt with single combed chickens and can usually sex by the comb early on, but these 2 have me wondering. I...

I was told these 2 were about 3 to 4 months old, pure bred, pullets. I am not so sure--what do you guys think?

Okay thanks I will be adding new blood and new breeds down the road. Thanks!

Wow I was tired when proof reading in the wee hours. It should say I know I can NOT reproduce those fast growing buggers that were soo tasty. But I want to get a decent meat bird. And know if breeding related poultry is going to be an issue for non-show, non-pure bred food producing birds.

Well I know I can reproduce those fast growing broiler chicks, ready for slaughter by 8 weeks of age, but I am looking for some big breasted birds. I know that Dark Standard Cornish have good breast, but are slow growers and not the best egg layers, but I bought 2 young hens today for $4.00 a...

Bubba the killer cat who was born on my lap! Bubba and Patches only a few weeks old Patches Diesel and Carmel Carmel boxer mix roughly a year old rescued in Oct. Diesel born Christmas eve 2010 Pyrenees German Shephered? mix. Mom was full blooded Pyr--dad was a beautiful stray...

From my 20 week old red sex link laid this morning while I was outside.

I got my first egg from a red sex-link today! :ya Did a size comparison--the larger is a store bought grade A large and I gots a little brown egg. I guess she heard me complaining I hadn't gotten any eggs. Now to cook it or savior it...might cook an egg sandwich later!

Quote: I want some fresh eggs! Although I doubt I will get any until Feb. I also just realized I am down to my last 2 chicken legs--going to have to get some meaties to raise soon!

Merry Christmas everyone! I hope you guys are enjoying the day!

Thanks guys! Now can anyone tell me how much longer until I get some fresh eggs? I know each pullet is different, but hopefully I get some soon!!!!! Their combs are just starting to turn red and grow so we'll see how much longer.

Well these little peeps were hatched Aug. 8, 2011. I know I have a barred rock roo out of my 5 assorted brown egg layer package from Purely Poultry, but I don't know what the girls are...any help is appreciated. I apologize for the not so good pictures. 3 of them look similar and possibly the...

Quote: Every time I'm about to win an argument with my wife, someone wakes me up!!!! I was once kidnapped by a group of mimes. They performed unspeakable acts on me!!!! courtesy of my dads old friend--hope things at work get better!

Quote: Welcome both you and LukeCityHens Happy Birthday ThymeHen

Quote: Y'all are making me hungry! I need to get some baking done, but I haven't had the energy. First I must run errands all over the area (Gaston, Lincoln and Cleveland county). At least I found hubby's wallet--so I have some money.