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Question: I read on a website that you shouldn't mix the breeds of poultry. Does that mean that you shouldn't put like turkeys and ducks in with your chickens? Or not to mix the individual breeds of chicken together (ie. Rhode Island Reds and Silkies)?
I wanted to get about six RIRs and two Silkies (just 'cause I think they're gorgeous). Also, what rooster should I get to go with them? I, primarily, want the chickens for the eggs but will also probably want to have some to eat and therefore need to "replenish the flock".
Can you get the rooster later and if so, would introducing him to the flock pose any problems?
Thanks for the help. Everyone is so helpful on this site. I never knew there was such a "support group" available for chickens. LOL.
Cresty
I wanted to get about six RIRs and two Silkies (just 'cause I think they're gorgeous). Also, what rooster should I get to go with them? I, primarily, want the chickens for the eggs but will also probably want to have some to eat and therefore need to "replenish the flock".
Can you get the rooster later and if so, would introducing him to the flock pose any problems?
Thanks for the help. Everyone is so helpful on this site. I never knew there was such a "support group" available for chickens. LOL.
Cresty