Are these breeds personable?

[emulhall]

Dorkings are not cuddly in my experience and seem, by nature, more wary of threats. BJG will eat out of your hand, but so far, not lap pets. Besides, they are the largest breed (according to APA standards), so not as likely to be as comfortable on your lap.

Oooh, I see. Yeah, they definitely check the “fat” part of my checklist haha!

 

[emulhall]

The ISAs came from Tractor Supply, and are an egg laying hybrid, a brown sex link. And Faverolles, with their muffs and beards and beautiful plumage, are certainly characters!

Hmm, I’ll have to look into the ISA Browns. I also like sex links in general, because I don’t think I want any roosters. Thank you!!

 

[emulhall]

My most friendly breeds would be my barred rock for sure and my RIR. Some of my Easter Eggers are extremely personable and some of them are super flighty

Is your RIR a bully to other chickens? They’re another breed I’ve heard are wonderful pets, but are a little bit bossy with their sisters. Also, is your Jersey Giant like cuddle material or not so much?

 

[emulhall]

I have comets, NHR, BR, RIR, leghorn, EE, bantams and Buff and blue Orps..the Orps are my favorite. They are gentle, they let me hold them. We did not raise them from hatchlings...but they are sweet, let me hold and pet them all the time. They are also sturdy and good layers who live a long time. For me, they are my best choice so far!View attachment 1988054View attachment 1988055View attachment 1988056

Aww! I love your birds! Orpingtons are definitely a must for me

 

[Trevorusn]

Is your RIR a bully to other chickens? They’re another breed I’ve heard are wonderful pets, but are a little bit bossy with their sisters. Also, is your Jersey Giant like cuddle material or not so much?

My Jerseys are definately not cuddly. Friendly yes, but not cuddly.

 

[Trevorusn]

Hmm, I’ll have to look into the ISA Browns. I also like sex links in general, because I don’t think I want any roosters. Thank you!!

Lol for me roos add such a fun and visually stunning dimension to flocks.

 

[Birdsong 82]

Some people have had problems with RIR being bullies. Mine take the stance as top of pecking order but nothing over the top They are sassy but personable and friendly with people but that's just my experience. Jersey giants maybe not cuddling material but friendly and petting material

 

[WMassforestflock]

Our friendliest chickens are our two Speckled Sussexes. They come running when we leave the house, follow us around as we do chores, talk to us, and love to be picked up. Our Buff Orpington is second friendliest, followed by Cinnamon Queen, Easter Egger and a beautiful Wyandotte who earned the name Skittles by being skittish and the least friendly.

 

[emulhall]

My Jerseys are definately not cuddly. Friendly yes, but not cuddly.

Thanks for the tip!

 

[emulhall]

Lol for me roos add such a fun and visually stunning dimension to flocks.

Roosters are definitely beautiful animals, but I don’t want any accidental babies lol