Polish Thread!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Sylvester017]

I made the mistake of spritzing Tilly's crest with bitter Apple right after applying bluekote. I now have a blue created black polish lol!

I used bitter apple in hopes of keeping the bigger hens from chewing on the soft Silkie crests but it didn't do much to curtail the actions of two aggressive hens (which were later re-homed because of their assertive natures). I now have full-crested Silkie hens again since re-homing the larger hens.

 

[Sylvester017]

I wasn't offended nor did I mean to offend, all I'm saying is that it is in fact, as you've said too, something that differs per experience which allows the formation of opinions based on the experience. I even mentioned at the end that it all comes down to strain, environment, and climate. I've known a lot of Polish that yes shouldn't be with larger breeds due to their behavioral differences, and some that are perfectly capable of flock mixing. I've worked both with mixed flocks and separated pens with Polish, Houdans, and the various other non-crested breeds out there.

My point was that behavior is not something you can count on with wondering what the difference is when it comes to crested breeds. Appearance and genetics are mainly it, since there's nothing in the standard nor what most breeders focus on, that asks for a specific behavior in Polish. All of my current Polish from various sources are perfectly capable of being in a mixed flock without being picked on, but so are all the Marans I've had, too. In fact any of my Marans are more laidback and passive than my Polish. It's a differing thing dependent on variables like strain and environment, but not something to rely on when comparing crested breeds. I myself never know if some Polish or Houdans I pick up are going to be skittish and flighty or not, as I've had some pretty spooky ones as well as some aggressive males, who normally I'm not used to.

Yes, I agree there are personality differences within the same breed of a crested/bearded variety. I have two Silkies that are different as night and day - however they have the same non-combative nature. Only hormonal stresses can bring out any crabby behavior but that is due to being broody which bantams are notorious for but they are normally a calm breed. As for roos I have no experience - I had one beautiful Silkie cockerel that was supposed to be a "pullet" but was re-homed when he started to crow - he was really sweet the short time we had him. After having crested/bearded/muffed breeds for 3 years I decided to try the no-comb/no-crest Breda which are reportedly docile and have big feathery feet. It will be interesting to see how that works out. I have dialogued with several Breda owners who agree the Breda hens are gentle in nature. We'll see.

 

[Sylvester017]

Hey does anybody have any tips on how to get good chicken pics?

I asked one gal how she got such good pictures and she quoted me an expensive Canon camera with all the bells and whistles. I decided to be happy with just my digital camera LOL!

 

[HerbGir1972]

I asked one gal how she got such good pictures and she quoted me an expensive Canon camera with all the bells and whistles.  I decided to be happy with just my digital camera LOL!

I'll admit I have a decent full sized cam but the most important thing I have when I plan to photo my birds is time & a comfortable place to sit.
I will feed everyone up (several coops) then go back and set a moment, let them chill and then I can get good pics. If I am in a bit more of a hurry I take my long lens and set it on sport mode. I have quite long coops so this has worked out for me when I need quick snaps.
But the waiting game or Chicken TV is my optimal mode of taking photos. You can watch to make sure all is well, notice ant spots on coop that might need a repair, See some chicken actions like the dust bath that is quite entertaining, And maybe even find out who's laying what...LOL We're still in this dilemma only one of our girls will go into the boxes while we're around.

 

[HerbGir1972]

I used bitter apple in hopes of keeping the bigger hens from chewing on the soft Silkie crests but it didn't do much to curtail the actions of two aggressive hens (which were later re-homed because of their assertive natures).  I now have full-crested Silkie hens again since re-homing the larger hens.

We had to move our Polish out from his growing up buds too, They loved to fix his flowing locks, & I had to blukote several times. He was put in the bantam pen and is finally grown back the most beautiful mane, I'm gonna hate to move him again but I plan on him having several hens just like him but in different colors. Buff, Laced, Blue & WCBlack.

 

[mrchicks]

Heres the roo

 

[Illia]

Another recommendation is getting them outdoors and in good lighting, then getting down to their level.

I think that's the most impressive gold laced cockerel I've seen on this forum. He's a handsome fella.

Also, flafeatherhead - LOVE your Polish mutts, both of them! I've had a lot of Polish crosses but I rarely ever work with barred birds to be honest.


Good chicken photos require good lighting, a decent angle and pose of the chicken, and a decent camera. You don't need a really expensive one, in fact I've got an old one that worked wonders for me that sells for cheap (however is rare to find) You just need a camera that works for you.

 

[PDPercherons]

He is really pretty, my grandma's favorite too. My son has called him puffy head from the day he arrived as a chick. Grandma calls him hippy chicken.

 

[Timily Farms]

So I was wondering if I was to get a sultan rooster and put with my polish hens that would be a crossbreed correct even though they are both breeds with top hats

 

[draye]

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So I was wondering if I was to get a sultan rooster and put with my polish hens that would be a crossbreed correct even though they are both breeds with top hats[/quote

Yes, it would be a crossbreed. Would most likely make some pretty babies though.
Nothing wrong with crossbreed a anyway.