Fair showing questions.

[JadeFarms]

First off, how old can a show chicken be?
Second, is this a show worthy polish cockerel?
Third, how do I know if he’s a good (fair) show worthy chicken?

 

[Brahma Chicken5000]

Are we talking 4-H showing or APA sanctioned shows?

 

[Wolfefarmyard]

Are we talking 4-H showing or APA sanctioned shows?

Yes, these 2 are extremely different from rules to just about everything!

 

[JadeFarms]

4-h

 

[Wolfefarmyard]

4-h

Okay so those are a lot less strict and more friendly.

Normally they’ll be lots of people there who are happy to help you as well!

Make sure you practice showmanship and get the bird used to being handled and confined.

As for how worthy your bird is, unfortunately I’m not sure. I’m not an expert with Polish. I personally show silkies and a few other breeds. But you should look up the SOP of Polish and compare it to that.

 

[JadeFarms]

Okay so those are a lot less strict and more friendly.

Normally they’ll be lots of people there who are happy to help you as well!

Make sure you practice showmanship and get the bird used to being handled and confined.

As for how worthy your bird is, unfortunately I’m not sure. I’m not an expert with Polish. I personally show silkies and a few other breeds. But you should look up the SOP of Polish and compare it to that.

Thanks so much!