Finelyfound
Chirping
Ordering chicks for the first time! After 5 years of waiting and planning I'm almost ready to order chicks. I have a good idea of which breeds I will be ordering, but would like some opinions and advice before I make my final decision.
I am planning to order 25 to 30 layers. Will add some meat birds later in the season.
I would like to have a variety of egg colors and pretty breeds. I do like heritage breeds of all animals, but for my first chicken experience rare or heritage breed is of lesser importance than the criteria below. My criteria/desired traits in order of importance.
1. Egg Production (although one broody breed would be nice)
2. Temperament
3. Beauty
I am not partial to the Polish or Frizzles and as a beginner want to avoid feathered feet.
I'd love to know your favorite breeds that are beautiful friendly prolific layers!
I am thinking of ordering from Meyer mostly due to their selection of breeds.
Rooster question. I have no clue what breed of rooster to get or if I need more than one. Most importantly I want a rooster with a good temperament (and I know there are no guarantees). I would also like a beautiful rooster
Thank you in advance!
Jocelyn
I am planning to order 25 to 30 layers. Will add some meat birds later in the season.
I would like to have a variety of egg colors and pretty breeds. I do like heritage breeds of all animals, but for my first chicken experience rare or heritage breed is of lesser importance than the criteria below. My criteria/desired traits in order of importance.
1. Egg Production (although one broody breed would be nice)
2. Temperament
3. Beauty
I am not partial to the Polish or Frizzles and as a beginner want to avoid feathered feet.
I'd love to know your favorite breeds that are beautiful friendly prolific layers!
I am thinking of ordering from Meyer mostly due to their selection of breeds.
Rooster question. I have no clue what breed of rooster to get or if I need more than one. Most importantly I want a rooster with a good temperament (and I know there are no guarantees). I would also like a beautiful rooster
Thank you in advance!
Jocelyn