Cream Legbars

[chicken pickin]

So the cockerel that escaped the cage at the processors yesterday was on the loose all day today, they couldn't catch him so he didn't get processed. I went to pick up the other chickens that got done tonight and they said he was wandering about the facility all day but the people tried but couldn't get close to him. So pretty much we assumed he was just going to stay out there waiting to get picked off by wildlife.

Before I left the woman said she would take a quick peek out back of the barn one last time and she spotted him out back. I went out back and luckily I form bonds with my chickens. He knew it was me and was a little scared but I caught him in about 5 mins boxed him up and took him home with me So this lucky boy survived the chopping block for now. I have him in my garage being quarantined because he left my property and he roamed around another farm for 24hrs.

Now what to do with him

 

[chicken pickin]

Oh quick thought while Im thinking of it. Does anyone cull for feather texture within their CL flocks?

I see people often describe CL feathers to be very soft almost airy I guess when the wind blows through it. I notice a pullet I have seems to have harder tighter feathers than the others.

Is this something we should be watching for in our flocks and maintaining this soft texture. Or does this not really matter much?

 

[Kaylish]

Thanks! That is what made it not as bad, thinking of the future of the flock. I almost held one back as a back up since I keep getting this nagging feeling something could happen to my boy over winter. I sure hope not though. Im looking forward to seeing the results of next seasons breeding. Most of this years pullets are nearing point of lay so Im excited to hatch from them.

My DH just called me, I guess one of my CL cockerels escaped the cage at the processor and is on the run, sigh.

So the cockerel that escaped the cage at the processors yesterday was on the loose all day today, they couldn't catch him so he didn't get processed. I went to pick up the other chickens that got done tonight and they said he was wandering about the facility all day but the people tried but couldn't get close to him. So pretty much we assumed he was just going to stay out there waiting to get picked off by wildlife.

Before I left the woman said she would take a quick peek out back of the barn one last time and she spotted him out back. I went out back and luckily I form bonds with my chickens. He knew it was me and was a little scared but I caught him in about 5 mins boxed him up and took him home with me So this lucky boy survived the chopping block for now. I have him in my garage being quarantined because he left my property and he roamed around another farm for 24hrs.

Now what to do with him

Sounds to me that he is home where he should be.

Gotta love a survivor!

 

[ChicKat]

So the cockerel that escaped the cage at the processors yesterday was on the loose all day today, they couldn't catch him so he didn't get processed. I went to pick up the other chickens that got done tonight and they said he was wandering about the facility all day but the people tried but couldn't get close to him. So pretty much we assumed he was just going to stay out there waiting to get picked off by wildlife.

Before I left the woman said she would take a quick peek out back of the barn one last time and she spotted him out back. I went out back and luckily I form bonds with my chickens. He knew it was me and was a little scared but I caught him in about 5 mins boxed him up and took him home with me So this lucky boy survived the chopping block for now. I have him in my garage being quarantined because he left my property and he roamed around another farm for 24hrs.

Now what to do with him

Something about that chicken==== I think you need to write a book about him and let him grow into old age... JMO. It is an interesting story.

 

[ChicKat]

Oh quick thought while Im thinking of it. Does anyone cull for feather texture within their CL flocks?

I see people often describe CL feathers to be very soft almost airy I guess when the wind blows through it. I notice a pullet I have seems to have harder tighter feathers than the others.

Is this something we should be watching for in our flocks and maintaining this soft texture. Or does this not really matter much?

When you pick them up -- sometimes you are so surprised at how soft and luxurious the feathers are.... BUT -- I betcha that showbird feathers are the more hard feathered. SO -- it would be interesting to ask a show judge -- if they take into account the feel of the plumage. I know that they need to hold the bird for muscling and feel the weight etc. A particularly light chicken could sho one that is thriving less IMO.....

It will be interesting to see what answers you get on this. It is supposed to be a 'soft feathered breed' -- I wonder how much attention that gets.....

 

[sol2go]

Do we have a new thread for the crele effort?
I have some comments and pics...I could go to the hybrid thread...

 

[sol2go]

Sounds to me that he is home where he should be.

Gotta love a survivor!

x2!

 

[ChicKat]

Do we have a new thread for the crele effort?
I have some comments and pics...I could go to the hybrid thread...

I will definitely start a thread to address this...

sent you a PM.

 

[chicken pickin]

When you pick them up -- sometimes you are so surprised at how soft and luxurious the feathers are.... BUT -- I betcha that showbird feathers are the more hard feathered. SO -- it would be interesting to ask a show judge -- if they take into account the feel of the plumage. I know that they need to hold the bird for muscling and feel the weight etc. A particularly light chicken could sho one that is thriving less IMO.....

It will be interesting to see what answers you get on this. It is supposed to be a 'soft feathered breed' -- I wonder how much attention that gets.....

Im going to a show this morning as a spectator, maybe while I am there If a judge has a free moment I will try to ask a few questions.

 

[flyingmonkeypoop]

I will definitely start a thread to address this...



sent you a PM.

Can you post a link when you get a chance? I have been meaning to comment on it again when I make it to my computer.