Cochin Thread!!!

[drbreana]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/730263/mille-fleur-cochin-bantam-chicks

Georgiagail in Augusta has this ad for pickup in Augusta. Not sure how far you are from her.

I'm not that far at all! Thanks for the tip!!

 

[BlackPanther]

well, the ages vary in this pen, but they were all between 4-6 weeks old or so... you can see some definite roos.
the partridge on the left is a cockerel, the mille fleur to his right a pullet... they hatched the same day.


these guys are a bit older, but still pretty clear cut pullet vs cockerel IMO...
open the pic for a better view.
(btw, the big baby is one of my colored project dorking pullets, same age as the cochins)

Awwww, so cute. I love the mille fleur pullet.
The Cochins at the bottom remind me of Russian Orloffs.

Thanks, HooverHenHouse.

Will the characteristics differ much between large fowl and bantam varieties?

 

[ki4got]

Quote: the bottom pic, they're all mille fleur, just different ages, 2 roos the rest pullets and 1 colored dorking pullet.

 

[BantyChickenLuv]

I have a question. I want to purchase a breeding pair, possibly a trio, of Cochins to breed. I would prefer to purchase them from someone in my area. My two options right now are Ed and Marjorie Best and Doddie Truedson. I did try contacting Sheryl Butler but never heard back. Out of these two options, who has the better stock?

 

[Coopa Cabana]

I have a question. I want to purchase a breeding pair, possibly a trio, of Cochins to breed. I would prefer to purchase them from someone in my area. My two options right now are Ed and Marjorie Best and Doddie Truedson. I did try contacting Sheryl Butler but never heard back. Out of these two options, who has the better stock?

All three are excellent breeders with excellent reputations.

 

[Black Cochin Bantams]

Brought my two frizzle pullets in and gave them a bath last night since temps were near 70 for the past few days. I think they clean up pretty well. I kept these two for breeding/showing this year.







~Casey

Talking to Casey last night. He is thinking about selling the birds these were bred from. I can't imagine a better opportunity to get proven birds for $100 a pair. There are 2 pair. Smooth male and frizzle female in both pairs.

 

[Mr. Ree]

Talking to Casey last night. He is thinking about selling the birds these were bred from. I can't imagine a better opportunity to get proven birds for $100 .

Your right Craig, I have 2 pairs available. The frizzle male in my avatar is also available. I would prefer him go to someone really interested in using him for breeding and will give him a great home.

These birds are also PROVEN, natural breeders. I did not pluck or trim any feathers last year, nor did I AI. Only reason they are being offered is because I need the room, and have no use for them here any longer. As stated, these were my breeders last year and are the parent stock to my current birds.

~Casey

 

[HooverHenHouse]

Casey I just sent you a pm, I may be interested in the other pair too if you could send me more info.

 

[MomsGoneMild]

Casey messaged you on facebook. Ready to roll! Just need your Paypal email.

Thank! Xoxo Annmarie

0277438"]Your right Craig, I have 2 pairs available. The frizzle male in my avatar is also available. I would prefer him go to someone really interested in using him for breeding and will give him a great home.

These birds are also PROVEN, natural breeders. I did not pluck or trim any feathers last year, nor did I AI. Only reason they are being offered is because I need the room, and have no use for them here any longer. As stated, these were my breeders last year and are the parent stock to my current birds.

~Casey
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[BlackPanther]

Ki4got
~Wow, the colored Dorking looks a lot like a silver-grey.
Which are the males? If I had to guess I'd say the bird in front of the Dorking... and maybe the one behind, farthest to the right?

Are there any differences in the feathers/coloring of male and female Cochins while they are young?