Picking up chicks on Sunday; need to decide on breeds

[Smuvers Farm]

Glad you're here !

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It's definitely better to have it and not need it rather than need it and not have it.

Also, make sure your coop(s) have a proper amount of VENTILATION. (https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...-there-and-cut-more-holes-in-your-coop.47774/) Your chickens will absolutely thank you for it!

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[dunnmom]

Buff Orps and Brahmas would likely get along. They both have a reputation of being gentle, although they are large. Barred Rocks get more mixed reviews on temperament. I have 4 kids and 6 Buff Orpingtons. They do fine with the chaos.

 

[hennypenny18]

Well ... if "he" starts laying eggs ... that' a clue ...

To the OP ... I'd take the first four you listed ... and plan on a rooster or three ...

Do you have a coop and run yet?

Yes! It’s all put together and waiting in the yard. It says it fits 6-8 chickens but we will have 4 so I think the more room the better.