Ameraucana thread for posting pictures and discussing our birds

[LittleLakePhil]

Okay, perhaps that was a bit of a confusing question. I was attempting to ask the question without going into the details of the encounter but maybe those details are important. I'll paired it down a bit but keep the important details. On another breed thread poster #1 shared some photos and stated her cockerel was biting her. She stated how she thought it was funny and he must love her. I warned that this is not behavior you want to encourage. Poster #1 then asked how you correct it. I replied that she should search BYC and get advise from the more experienced. I specially said I only had experience with an aggressive pullet, shared how I dealt with her, and stated I had no idea if the same steps should be taken with a cockerel. I also posted some advice I had read others post but made it clear the same processes didn't work for others. I also told her that some aggressive roosters can't be rehabilitated. I did use the term roo when referring to mine. Poster #2 came along and posted a mini rant about how she hates the word roo and thinks anyone that uses it has no real grasp of the subject. I replied that she shouldn't make assumptions and if I posted something incorrect then to please correct me. The reply to that was something like do what you want, serious breeders don't "take the infantile seriously."

So I assume that I didn't actually give any wrong information since poster #2 didn't point anything out. I know I don't have the experience (something I made very clear) but I do believe I can grasp the concept of aggressive roosters and some of the signs. I suppose I was just taken aback that this person came along and just dismissed me completely because of the use of the word roo when nothing else I posted indicated I had no understanding. And then instead of having a civil and adult conversation they result to name calling. I feel sorry for this person. Afterward I was curious if the use of the word roo really was that annoying to the more experienced.

I don't think she should be calling you names....she's letting a dang chicken bite her for heaven sake.

 

[kjscortez]

Before the lab puppy got him.
I hope he fills back in quickly!
He's a blue wheaten.

 

[memrymaker]

Sylvester017 & Chicken5555 - thank you for your kind words. I think he's beautiful too.

Just to be clear, as there is some definite tension in the replies: I am not sad or frustrated that he is just an EE. I am not a breeder looking for future chick production, just a hobbyist. I love this chick's look, he will be a uniquely stunning rooster one day!

 

[Ravynscroft]

Sylvester017 & Chicken5555 - thank you for your kind words. I think he's beautiful too.

Just to be clear, as there is some definite tension in the replies: I am not sad or frustrated that he is just an EE. I am not a breeder looking for future chick production, just a hobbyist. I love this chick's look.

And there is nothing 'just' about him... he is a gorgeous young cockerel... he may not be a true Ameraucana, but that does not lessen what he is... I hope you can find a good home for him...

 

[bruceha2000]

That chicken is nothing like an Orloff.

Two of my girls:


And my young cockerel:


And just so I'm not too off topic, that is my Blue Wheaten Ameraucana cockerel in the background.

Good save!!!

Pretty coloring on all of them.

Distraction post!!!


Look at my birds!!!

Very distracting Saris.

Nice looking batch of birds there. Do they always have such down tails or is that maybe due to balancing?

 

[Bogtown Chick]

@memrymaker that bird is gorgeous and I'd be proud to have it in my backyard as well. Very nice.

You'll have to keep us posted with photos of him...nonetheless...no matter his label. LOL. I'm a backyard enthusiast myself. I finally have the Ameraucanas I've wanted for several years. But have loved my EE's for their beauty and eggs, just the same.

 

[lomine]

Distraction post!!!


Look at my birds!!!

I thought I didn't want wheaten AM but you might be changing my mind. Such cute little faces.

 

[FreedomFarm13]

Agreed. I love their faces!

 

[Bogtown Chick]

I think the problem lies in the birds being labelled as chicks in the bin as Ameraucanas at Tractor supplies and such. When I first got my EEs they were labelled Araucana . I had done my research and knew what I was getting was EE's and sort of snickered at the label. Not everybody has done that research and a little patience will go a long way in helping educate new folks and helping them determine what their breed actually is.

I for one can see this is more of a show thread now and not really a backyard enthusiast thread with a friendly atmosphere.

I think I will take my Ameraucanas and move on to friendlier grounds. I do thank the folks on the thread that were patient and kind worded about my pullets.

 

[waddles99]

I just would prefer it that a discussion thread be about the birds that are supposed to be discussed. I happen to be very particular about Ameraucanas in general.



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