Add more chickens?

[TheGoldenGirlz]

I currently have four 10 week old Buff Orpingtons. One might just be a cockerel so I’m probably about to have three. I have always loved calmer breeds because although they are there to lay eggs(eventually) I love to spend time with them, having a chicken on my arm makes my day. Would I be totally crazy to get two Silkie pullets? Will my Orpingtons pick on them because of their feathers and size regardless of if I introduce them correctly? Of course I have space for them, if I can’t get Silkies I’ll just get some more Orpingtons. Thanks!

 

[ChickenCanoe]

They'll probably fit in if you get them pretty soon and similar ages. Especially if you have lots of space.
I don't know your setup but the calmer the bird, the more predator prone they are. Birds with head crests are even more vulnerable, especially to hawks.
I've had foxes on two occasions grab a calm orpington right in front of me in the middle of the day. The less calm breeds, would probably never let that happen because they are more wary.

 

[TheGoldenGirlz]

They'll probably fit in if your get them pretty soon and similar ages. Especially if you have lots of space.
I don't know your setup but the calmer the bird, the more predator prone they are. Birds with head crests are even more vulnerable, especially to hawks.
I've had foxes on two occasions grab a calm orpington right in front of me in the middle of the day. The less calm breeds, would probably never let that happen because they are more wary.

I love hearing that! I have plenty of room, and they sort of free range in an area where my chicken-friendly dogs patrol so predators aren’t a concern. I’ll start looking now and probably get some around the time that my possible roo leaves. Thanks for the input!

 

[BlackHackle]

It will work. Orpingtons are too docile and bantam chickens are pretty smart and know not to bug bigger birds

 

[ChickenCanoe]

Be careful of the source. You'll still need to quarantine any new birds no matter how reputable the source and how healthy they look.

 

[TheGoldenGirlz]

Be careful of the source. You'll still need to quarantine any new birds no matter how reputable the source and how healthy they look.

Absolutely! I have an XL dog crate that I will put a tote(with ventilation) into and keep them in that for a few weeks.

 

[alohamade]

It’ll work I currently have silkies and 1 buff orpington & they get along just great.

 

[TheGoldenGirlz]

It will work. Orpingtons are too docile and bantam chickens are pretty smart and know not to bug bigger birds

Yay!!! I’ve always wanted Silkies

 

[TheGoldenGirlz]

It’ll work I currently have silkies and 1 buff orpington & they get along just great.

Great news!!! I’m so excited to try and find my new girls!

 

[BlackHackle]

I love them too. I am breeding Buff and White and they get along well with the others.