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looking to add to my flock

Discussion in 'Random Ramblings' started by seismic wonder2, Aug 29, 2008.

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  1. Aug 29, 2008 #1
    seismic wonder2

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    I'm thinking of adding either a Wyandotte, Deleware, Plymoth Rock, or RIR to my two silkies because they go broody all the time.

    These breeds should be calm and produce eggs on a regular basis.

    I put a request in the buy and sell but I don't think It gets much traffic.
    How does one go about mailing a grown chicken?
     
  2. Aug 29, 2008 #2
    Dorothy1324

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    i know you can order grown chickens from murry mcmurry but the shipping is crazy and i cant see how it could be great for the chickens.
     
  3. Aug 29, 2008 #3
    keljonma

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    I would suggest you try someone local to you. Other than BYC, you can try breeder organizations, local farms, craigslist and freecycle.

    The point of lay pullets that McMurray hatchery sells are Red Star and Black Star sex-link. They don't sell Delaware, Wyandottes, Rhode Island Reds or Plymouth Rocks as started pullets.
     
  4. Aug 29, 2008 #4
    Chicky Joy

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    We ordered started red star pullets from Murray McMurray. They shipped great, but it was very expensive. They layed three weeks after they were shipped and have been laying great ever since. I'd definitely recommend them if you're looking for more eggs.
     
  5. Aug 29, 2008 #5
    CarriBrown

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