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!

 

[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

 

[Tipsy Hen]

aha.. well we will stay away from those then

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

I had never heard of them until today. I was thinking about getting a Leghorn but one friend said they are not good for beginner chicken raisers and another friend said they are great... we decided not to chance it this time but maybe next year.

 

[luvmypets]

We dont have any leghorns(not that i dont want any... I do but they arent avail where we live) but they are amazing layers...