Northern New England - Favorite weather hardy chickens

[Tipsy Hen]

My husband and I live in Southern Maine are new to raising chickens. We currently have 3 young ladies and thinking about adding a few more next year. We have a RIR, EE and a SLW... what other breeds should we consider and what do you like about them... also, what should we stay away from and why?

 

[luvmypets]

I suggest buff orpington. They are good layers, very friendly, and very appealing to the eyes!

 

[dazookeyper]

Buckeye. Quiet & gentle. They are also very cold hardy.

 

[dekel18042]

I may be waaaay off base but not sure how cold hardy leghorns are.
You said you have EE's which I think are great and I also have a few others. Buckeyes and chanteclers are very cold hardy, too.

 

[Tipsy Hen]

I suggest buff orpington. They are good layers, very friendly, and very appealing to the eyes!

Yes! We almost actually got one. Will have to be on our list!

 

[luvmypets]

Yes! We almost actually got one. Will have to be on our list!

Many ppl also have barred rocks for the same reason.

 

[Tipsy Hen]

Many ppl also have barred rocks for the same reason.

They are beautiful! I do live in a neighborhood. Are there some breeds that are known for being horribly noisy?

 

[luvmypets]

Yes cuckoo maran hens have a very loud egg song...

 

[Tipsy Hen]

Yes cuckoo maran hens have a very loud egg song...

aha.. well we will stay away from those then

 

[luvmypets]

Are there any breeds you have been interested in and need more info on.... Im obsessing over lavender orpingtons