First time raising chickens

[Mya05]

We bought 3 female chickens in March, mostly just for pets, and we were looking forward to fresh eggs. We will eventually get more, but we figured 3 was a good start, especially because we didn't know what we were doing. Unfortunately, we lost one at about a month old, but the other two are doing great! I was wondering if anyone could tell me their breed? There were several different breeds of chicken where we got them, and by the time we arrived, the chicks were mixed up, and no longer in their containers. Because of this, the farmers selling them couldn't tell us the breed.

 

[Starburst]

Hi, and welcome to BYC! So excited you joined!
Sorry for your loss. Maybe an Australorp?

 

[drumstick diva]

Hello and welcome to BYC. Thank you for joining the flock. You might try posting individual photos of your birds at "what breed or gender is this."

 

[Flockincrazy]

welcome to BYC its a great community for first-timers and old-timers no question is left unanswered or stupid im not sure on the breed but you do know one is a roo right

 

[Chicken Heel]

A rooster and a hen and so Chicken Math begins... good luck with your adventure.

 

[Eggscaping]

We bought 3 female chickens in March, mostly just for pets, and we were looking forward to fresh eggs. We will eventually get more, but we figured 3 was a good start, especially because we didn't know what we were doing. Unfortunately, we lost one at about a month old, but the other two are doing great! I was wondering if anyone could tell me their breed? There were several different breeds of chicken where we got them, and by the time we arrived, the chicks were mixed up, and no longer in their containers. Because of this, the farmers selling them couldn't tell us the breed.

Welcome to BackYardChickens! So glad to have you here in our wonderful community of friendly, helpful, knowledgeable people!

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[Pork Pie]

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[HappyFluffButts]

We bought 3 female chickens in March, mostly just for pets, and we were looking forward to fresh eggs. We will eventually get more, but we figured 3 was a good start, especially because we didn't know what we were doing. Unfortunately, we lost one at about a month old, but the other two are doing great! I was wondering if anyone could tell me their breed? There were several different breeds of chicken where we got them, and by the time we arrived, the chicks were mixed up, and no longer in their containers. Because of this, the farmers selling them couldn't tell us the breed.

The one on the left looks like an Australorp to me. It’s nice that the other one is already taking food from your hand. Good luck with your new flock! I hope it continues to be a rewarding experience for you.

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC.