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[Eric007]

OK thank you so much

 

[Johnn]

Bella and oeflay had their 100th fight today. At first the Ancona just started flapping at Bella over and over again and Bella just backed up squeaking and then she got Bella's comb and Bella went crazy and started getting her back. At the end Bella's mother came over all protective and chased the Ancona off (look on the bottom pic at how quick she runs off)! The drama still wasn't enough for Bella so she went over and started on the top hen and then the bully girl walked past her and didn't attack her like she usually does, so Bella decided to chase and attack her, which didn't go down too well for her. Also, look at the dog refereeing on the side! And before anyone says "why didn't you stop them fighting?!" I don't break up fights unless there is blood. I'd rather be there when it happens.

 

[Searsmom]

Chickens are funny. I have a question and I'm not entirely sure where to find the answer. I'm sure it's somewhere in BYC in the millions of posts, but I can't find it on a search.

What are the main points you look for in a show chicken? What do you want to breed for?

I've 9 Buff ladies and a roo, 4 are offspring. Some are small - those are going to be culled - they're also mean. I've a large hen who produces large offspring and I'd like to start with her. Talk about heavy, she's definitely closer to what I imagine an Orpington should weigh. But the points? What to look for? I've looked at the Breeder's link and saw a picture comparison with critique - that was immensely helpful. But they only discussed two points.

Suggestions?

 

[thedragonlady]

Chickens are funny. I have a question and I'm not entirely sure where to find the answer. I'm sure it's somewhere in BYC in the millions of posts, but I can't find it on a search.

What are the main points you look for in a show chicken? What do you want to breed for?

I've 9 Buff ladies and a roo, 4 are offspring. Some are small - those are going to be culled - they're also mean. I've a large hen who produces large offspring and I'd like to start with her. Talk about heavy, she's definitely closer to what I imagine an Orpington should weigh. But the points? What to look for? I've looked at the Breeder's link and saw a picture comparison with critique - that was immensely helpful. But they only discussed two points.

Suggestions?

The best thing you can do is to go to the American Poultry Association website, and order a Standard of Perfection.This book is packed with info, and will describe just what all recognized breeds should look like.It is the book that all who show go by.

 

[Johnn]

Bella

 

[Searsmom]

The best thing you can do is to go to the American Poultry Association website, and order a Standard of Perfection.This book is packed with info, and will describe just what all recognized breeds should look like.It is the book that all who show go by.

Ah. I guess I was just getting curious. I'm not that curious.

 

[jonsccm]

Ah. I guess I was just getting curious. I'm not that curious. 

$50 is a bit much!

 

[fowlman01]

$50 is a bit much!

not if you are serious about breeding. There are people here paying more than that for 6 eggs. The book is 400 pages with full color illustrations.

Walt

 

[Searsmom]

I'm just having fun with my chickens and enjoying the conversation here. It would take me 10 weeks of egg money to buy the standard. I'm a little confused when you talk about points, but I'll just nod and smile and

 

[jonsccm]

not if you are serious about breeding. There are people here paying more than that for 6 eggs. The book is 400 pages with full color illustrations.

Walt

Your right. It's just hard after putting so much into building a new coop and run to think about spending more! Little by little I guess. chickens and genetics are to addicting to not end up paying for it.