Thats right, completely new and not sure where to go or what to do, then found you guys.
In fact, finding this site made me fall in love with the breed and its what we are starting with. Gorgeous birds, even my husband (anti bird man:|) has come to cuddle them. Right now they run the house, and as they torment the cat, they will be going out in the coop in another week or 2.
So, got 2 silkies (Buff Bearded) on July 13th, one was 2 weeks old and the other one week and a couple days. We hoped for hens, but had no way of knowing. About how old will the have to be to tell? I'd like to know soon if possible. I'm hoping to get 2 more (3 if one is a rooster) before the month ends.
Any other helpful hints on Silkies is appreciated.
Thanks
~Shannon~
In fact, finding this site made me fall in love with the breed and its what we are starting with. Gorgeous birds, even my husband (anti bird man:|) has come to cuddle them. Right now they run the house, and as they torment the cat, they will be going out in the coop in another week or 2.
So, got 2 silkies (Buff Bearded) on July 13th, one was 2 weeks old and the other one week and a couple days. We hoped for hens, but had no way of knowing. About how old will the have to be to tell? I'd like to know soon if possible. I'm hoping to get 2 more (3 if one is a rooster) before the month ends.
Any other helpful hints on Silkies is appreciated.

Thanks
~Shannon~