New to BYC

[YankeeHen]

Hi all, just introducing myself here! So glad to be part of this community.....I don't have chickens yet as I'm still working on the coop and run. I hope to get two Black Australorpes and two others in the spring. Does anyone know if there are any breeds that DON'T get along? I live in CT, USA, and am looking at laying breeds. Thanks!

 

[TwoCrows]

Hello there and welcome to BYC!

So glad you decided to join us! Australorps are super friendly birds, as are Buff Orpingtons and Wyandotts. Its not that different breeds dont get along but rather some are more aggressive, others are more shy and timid. I am a huge fan of the breeds I just mentioned, great layers, hardy and a friendly affectionate breed.

Good luck and welcome to our roost!

 

[MissChick@dee]

Hiya
Nice to meet you!
I have great egg layers. Leghorns and Red sexlink.
My RSL started laying @ 16 weeks and as of this post she has not missed a day. Beautiful rich brown colored eggs. I love leghorns tuff athletic smaller hens that lay XLG eggs. Can’t go wrong with either of these two!
Enjoy your chickens !!!

 

[Lazy Farmer]

Welcome. My rule of thumb has always keeping birds of similar size together rather than worrying about which breeds are too temperamental.
Thank you for joining the site and taking a moment to introduce yourself.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUNomenal community!
I hope you enjoy BYC as much as we do!

 

[N F C]

You might want to look at this article in the Learning Center to help you decide which breeds you are most interested in and would fit with your plans:
Pickin' the Right Frickin' Chicken: Guide to Picking Backyard Chicken Breeds

You could also check in with the members on your state thread to see if they have recommendations:Conneticut

Best of luck to you!

 

[ronott1]

This is the perfect place to start with chickens!

 

[FrankieDoodle]

Welcome to BYC!!!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. You are doing things the right way. Prepare first and then start your flock. Good luck when you get your chicks next spring.

 

[blackcats]

Hi YankeeHen! Welcome from a fellow CT chicken person. BYC is a great resource...before and after getting your chickens!