So we are going to be jumping into the rasing chickens game starting in spring. We are looking for birds that give us some eggs (don't need a huge amount - just for our use) good pets for our kids (5 & 3), and composte. We are looking at max 3 chickens - no roosters.
So my question. We want good birds for the kids, good layers, non flyers as we live in the burbs. I have been told the Barred Rocks or Long Island Red (I think they are called) would be good for us. Any thoughts on these breeds? Also where can we order such a small quantity?
Thanks in advance for your input.
J
So my question. We want good birds for the kids, good layers, non flyers as we live in the burbs. I have been told the Barred Rocks or Long Island Red (I think they are called) would be good for us. Any thoughts on these breeds? Also where can we order such a small quantity?
Thanks in advance for your input.
J