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orcasislandchickens, Thanks for the input. I have been giving a lot of thought to whether to get chicks or pullets. I have never taken care of chicks before, is it difficult? do you keep them in the house? and for how long? are they tamer when raised from chicks? is it expensive to set up...

Ok I am going to throw in Sussex also. I dont know how available this breed is but they sound nice : ) Anyone with experience with this breed? how do they compare to a BR? thanks again for all the help in sorting this out

Hi everyone, I am getting so very excited!! The fair is less than a week away : ) we started converting the shed yesterday and we are ordering the stock for the run this weekend : ) I have decided on 2 breeds so far....I am going to look for Buff Orpingtons, Black Astralorps, and get 2 of...

Hi again : ) Being from MA and with winter coming what would be the best age to get if I were to come home from the Topsfield Fair with something? : ) Is it better to get them younger like chics to get them more socialized with us or does it really matter? If we get chicks do I have to...

Thanks everyone.............I'm writing all this down!!! : ) We have a large fair in Topsfield MA. coming up and now I will have a bit more to go on when I go to the poultry barn : ) ~k

Thanks so much for the replies, I understand chickens do make noise, it is just that I would prefer a less noisier breed if possible ; ) I have read up a little on a few different breeds if any one has any input on any of these breeds I would love to hear it, good or bad. ok this is what...

Hello everyone, I am new to this site. I am in the beginning stages of gathering information on caring for hens. This is a very informative site and I have come across a great deal of useful info. I have been logged on for a bit and could probably sit here all day gathering info but I really...