New member from KY

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Thebluegrassbel

Thebluegrassbel

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Mar 26, 2015
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Hello from KY! The name is Gretchen. New to BYC and but not completly new to chickens, though I havent had any in a while and am completly starting fresh as of four days ago with two RIR and one Ameracauna chicks. Still on the hunt for a couple more to round out the gang (I am in LOVE with everything I have read about Silkies as a pet breed--have two small children and want a breed that is very social and fun). So glad this site exsists for those of us that are new or just getting back into the game!!! Been finding a lot of useful info about raising chicks, coops, etc! Used to be in the country and had no issues with my hens and neighbors at all....now that I am in the city people think I am odd for having chicks. I guess I'll have to show them all what cool creatures they are (wish me luck!)
 
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My little flock sitting in my lap as I type!
 
Hello Gretchen, and welcome to BYC!
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I'm glad you joined us.

Your chicks are adorable! Good luck with them.
 
Welcome to BYC, Gretchen. Glad you decided join our flock. Silkies are a wonderful breed for children (my children made lap pets of ours), but I wouldn't recommend putting them in the same inclosure with your RIRs, or they will likely take a beating from the larger RIRs. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. We are here to help in any way we can. Good luck with your flock.
 
Silkies are a great breed and very popular - however they are extremely difficult to sex accurately before 4-5 mos. of age and sometimes not till they lay an egg or crow. If you get younger birds there is a high likelihood you won't be getting the gender they offer. Otherwise go right ahead and get them - they are adorable. My friend has three as house chickens.
 

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