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[Floridachicken1958]

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He is gone!!!

on his way to Tenn.

next week I'll have more to break my heart they will be going to CA.

but I got a batch behind that would be ALL MINE http://www.pic4ever.com/images/q7.gif


Lisa Ann Trapper: you can build a incubator alot cheaper than you can buy 1!

 

[featheredfashions]

Hi I am from Bushnell, Florida and am the proud owner of 2 indoor and diapered female Pekins

Super cool thread!!!!

 

[LisaAnnW]

I was the Michigan 4-H chicken showmanship champion (many years ago). I don't know how requirements may have changed, but it used to be that wearing a white laboratory-style coat was recommended. Enter the show ring with the bird cradled in one hand, fingers around the legs to constrain - other hand on it's back if necessary. The judge will ask questions pertaining to the chicken such as breed, color, type of comb, etc. - answers should be brief, yet demonstrate understanding of the animal. Chickens should be posed according to breed type, and of course it's best to work with the bird to be shown well in advance - I remember winning at county level one time when the other fellow's chicken flew away! Make sure the bird used is in top condition: bathe if necessary, and put a little oil on comb/wattles/legs. When not talking to the judge or working with the animal, the showperson should stand quiet, still, and alert. Hope this helps. Good luck!

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[LisaAnnW]

Hahaha...don't get me started! I only have one acre you know, and my chickens tend to live to a ripe old age.

I see eggs being auctioned all the time that I'd love to have, it's only because none of my hens are broody right now that I don't bid. Oh the temptation!

In a pinch, even a heating pad or the warmth from a light bulb will incubate eggs - used to call it McGyverism...remember that show? That guy could rig up anything out of anything.

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Lisa Ann Trapper: you can build a incubator alot cheaper than you can buy 1!

 

[Floridachicken1958]

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Lisa Ann Trapper: you can build a incubator alot cheaper than you can buy 1!


Oh yes I remember Mcgiver! Well don't wait on a hen to do the dirty work.Cause that takes the fun out of it.Like the ole saying goes.It's not a job,It's an adventure!

 

[LisaAnnW]

When I was showing it was proper to lightly place one's hand on the chicken's back if necessary, however it looks best to hold with only one hand, so that's what we always practiced. A panicky bird is not a disaster if the handler stays composed and calms it quickly, but it's best to take a very calm bird. With showmanship, practice makes perfect. Most kids I knew competed for a couple years before winning anything. Judges will give feedback, so it's a great learning experience.

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If Fanning Springs on the Suwanee river isn't too far north for you to go there's going to be a small show that's just for what you're needing to learn.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=571513

And for some specific online information then go here:

http://www.apa-abayouthpoultryclub.org/

Specifically what you're looking for is in the library here: http://www.apa-abayouthpoultryclub.org/educational_material.htm

Look in the "showmanship" section. It's broken down by age. The younger kids don't have to know as much as the older kids.

I so wish we weren't already commited to two other things on the 15th a fall festival parade for the youngest and a charity dog wash for the oldest or I would bring them up for that!

I did find the info on the youth site and now I'm feeling better about what to make sure they know for knowledge but I still can't find exact info on proper handling in showmanship. It says complete control and they know to pick the bird up using their hand and arm scooping under the birds breast and supporting between the legs with the hand. However what would be proper if the bird is flapping a bit can they keep the other hand on the back lightly to retain control. Do they stand the bird on something.. guess I need to keep searching and twisting up my wording until I find stuff like I finally did the youth site. I think part of the problem is I don't even know the proper terms so when I search it takes me forever to find the right wording to get answers.

This is all so new to us.. maybe we should just go watch in Nov. but I know the lil one will be disappointed. She's taking a break from her beauty pageants to show chickens and is so looking forward to actually starting.


Thank you so much for responding!

 

[LisaAnnW]

How sad! Tell your neighbors (for me) that they stink!

vanilla.exe :

Well everyone it's a sad day. We are rehoming our blue silkie rooster Jacob. I'd like to either trade him for a silkie or bantam hen so Claudie still has a friend, or just sell him for what we paid, $15. He's beautiful and friendly. He is very much a lap rooster, since he's been handled and loved since day one and I sit with him daily and just pet him. As loving and friendly as he is, our neighbors are getting upset over his crowing and I'd rather just have to rehome him than have someone do a noise complaint and make us get rid of both my chickens.​

 

[ChooksinChoppers]

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Here's the link:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=571448

Thanks much!

Looks like I am going to have to drop the price a bit....

$400 obo

 

[Floridachicken1958]

Thats why I like to live in the country away from everyone.I couldn't put up with people that complain about the smallest things.I live on 10 acres with no 1 around for a few blocks.And they wouldn't complain cause they have chickens too.I've been raising chickens for about a year now and love it cause I feed them and they supply me with fresh eggs.Or I don't have to feed them & just let them free range and still get fresh eggs.Your neighbor must be a city person & never been in the country to se how the real life goes.

 

[vanilla.exe]

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Most of our neighbors don't mind, we've even gotten a few compliments from some of the older peeps that do like to hear him. But it only takes one bad egg to ruin everything!

Hopefully by next year we will own our own property out in the boonies xD