Brahmas vs. variety pack?

[gritsar]

Okay, got the coop all planned, the brooder too. I originally thought I would go with brahmas cuz I think they are beautiful. Now I'm not so sure. Has anyone purchased a 'variety pack' (such as the ones offered by Meyers)? My flock will have to be limited in size and so I want to be totally sure I'll be happy with my choice.
All I really care about is that they are a hardy breed and that I stand a good chance of taming them to be pets. The egg production is secondary.
Also, I'm trying to talk myself out of a roo and I've almost done it. I really don't want my chickens to brood.
Thanks for any imput.

 

[seedcorn]

W or W/O a rooster they will go broody, just won't do them any good.

Are you talking bantams or standards? If you don't care about eggs, think bantams as you can have more and will eat less.

 

[debashan]

I love the brahmas. I have 2 and wish I had more. I also have 3 giant cochins and 6 salmon favorelles. Everyone lays consistantly, but the brahmas lay the largest and prettiest eggs of the bunch. My tamest girl, who seems to like being held and petted is one of the brahmas. They are also the quietest of the group and the ones who stand up to the roosters. Plus they're very pretty and seem to be hearty. good Luck with your choice.

 

[2mnypets]

I had orded a feathered leg variety from Ideal back in May. In that group, I got the Lt. Brahmas and the Black Langshans. The Brahmas are really sweet and layed back. They are one of the 3 breeds that come a running when I step out the door. It's like a whole football team trying to tackle the opposing teams quaterback. I love to watch the Brahmas run too. Always a good laugh. Best of luck on your decision. Choosing breeds is never easy.

 

[Tuffoldhen]

I only have the light Brahmas at the moment, going to try some Buffs next Spring...you will really like them...but I also have acouple other breeds for variety....All hens can go Broody without a rooster around...just depends on the breed....

 

[mdbucks]

I got the pullet pack from meyer, half the fun was figuring out what you got. For us it changed on a daily basis as the chicks grew. I ended up with Golden Campines, Leghorns, Cuckoo Marans, RIRs, Buff Orphingtons, and Austrolops I also bought 11 straight run Buckeyes. All arrived fine, weather and coons thinned flock, but Ive been real happy with thier birds. They also have brown layer, and assorted rare egg layers packs available. AND THEY ARE A SPONSER SO THEY SUPPORT THIS FORUM, SO IF YOU ORDER FROM THEM LET THEM KNOW YOU FOUND THEM ON BYC

 

[Sparks]

I ordered the Meyer brown egg layer assortment. They arrived in 2 days. Very healthy and a great assortment. There were 2 roos. sent along with my 25 pullets. I will definitely order from them again!

 

[featherfooted]

My Brahmas are just sweethearts. They always come running when I call them. They are also the most gentle and most quiet of all my chickens. When they eat out of my hand they are very careful not to get me. You will love the Brahmas. Great stress relievers as they are never in a hurry to do anything.

Georgia

 

[peeps7]

I would probably go with just brahmas cause I like to know what I'm getting but then again other people like to be suprised. Hens will go broody with out a rooster so if you want or will want chicks in the future then get one. Roosters are very beautiful and if you had to rehome him for some reason then I'm sure somebody would like a nice brahma roo.
Good Luck!!

 

[AtRendeAcres]

our Buff Brahmas

I have big ones & bantams!!!