Cochin Thread!!!

[wildwoodcochins]

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Hey Craig~ It was really nice meeting you at the show! Got signed up with Cochins International, got my breeders directory and met Linda. I didn't have much time to stay very long, just enough to get a quick look at the cochins and a few more gorgeous birds. Got to meet Nancy (Lilcrow) and buy a roo and it was time to go back home

I wish I could have stayed all weekend, I really wanted to meet a lot more chicken folks and put some faces to some names. But, I have my first taste of a show and now I'm ready for more! I sure loved seeing all the beautiful birds~

 

[Mr. Ree]

Did anyone catch who got the best and reserve frizzle Cochins? And did anyone get pics of any other variety than Mottled and Black? Those birds were amazing!


~Casey

 

[rsepiphyte]

If anyone is interested in obtaining some cute little Bantam Mille Fleur and Bantam Blue Splash Cochin chicks i just listed some for auction. These little squirts are 1 week old and just beginning to color up. I do ship via Express Mail or home pick-up is welcome! Slainte' Ruth

 

[Black Cochin Bantams]

Mr. Ree :

Did anyone catch who got the best and reserve frizzle Cochins? And did anyone get pics of any other variety than Mottled and Black? Those birds were amazing!


~Casey

I know that we took pictures of every variety winner and reserve for CI. There was a good White cock bird that drew blood when trying to get a picture of him. I don't know when or if they will posting them soon.​

 

[ChickcrazyCharlie]

Congratulations to everyone. Such beautiful Cochins.

I also love my Cochins and would like to bred the best that I can. I have 2 mottled cockerels I would like opinions on. Please give me the good and bad for each.
They are 6 months old.

Cockerel #1

I'm concerned about the white in his cushion, is it too much? He has a bit longer body than #2.

Cockerel #2

He has a smaller comb than #1, but its looking better eveyday.

Group picture.

I have some nice black mottled pullets I want to put one or both with. Don't be afraid to hurt my feelings. I want learn and I see from the pictures that many of you know how to breed award winning Cochins. Thank you.

 

[Matt A NC]

Quite a few pics here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/234157846644914/


Matt

 

[Black Cochin Bantams]

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#1 has good type and carries wings high. Yes be a little concerned about the excessive white in tail but is definitely not a reason to not keep him. Has a better sized comb but point count is low. I would only breed him to a hen with at least 4 -5 points
#2 OK but not as good of type as#1 not as good of wings (at least by pictures I can see). The mottling is better size and shape. Nice wide wing feathers . Comb not as nice as #1 and also short on points. Same thoughts on type of hen to breed him to.

Check for proper eye and leg foot color on both birds.
Craig

 

[thecochincoop]

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What concerns me with these cockerels is their lack o markings at this age. The appear to be mostly black. #1 has nice tight wings which is something you want to watch. There are quite a few cochins out there with weak wings that tend to hang down like #2. They should have some resistance to them when you pull them out and not flop freely. I would not worry much on the combs. Concentrate on your type first. As far as combs go Unless there is a glaring problem that is one of the last things I look for. Watch the foot and eye color. I can't see that in the pics. In the group pics the type on the darker roo looks better but his wings were a concern

 

[ChickcrazyCharlie]

Craig and Mandy, thank you both so much. Its great to get advice from breeds like yourselves. I will check the eye and feet color. I'm hoping they will have more mottling the older they get.

Thanks again, Charlie

 

[Mr. Ree]

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I know that we took pictures of every variety winner and reserve for CI. There was a good White cock bird that drew blood when trying to get a picture of him. I don't know when or if they will posting them soon.

Thanks Craig. When they get posted will you let me know?


~Casey