Ribh's D'Coopage

[Ribh]

Nolia's brother got named Mag. You'll never guess what type of tree they go up to roost.

Magnolias! You are very funny!

 

[MaryJanet]

With @BY Bob & @MaryJanet acquiring new girls recently I've been quiet about my own plans because such beautiful girls deserve an opportunity to shine. I am, however a little upset. Put out. Mildly devastated.

I was planning a buy going into autumn. I like having my new girls come into lay during winter. I like getting them as our weather gets a little cooler rather than battling summer heat. I like getting some eggs while everyone else is taking a break.

So I have been waiting. I waited till I got back from mum's. Then I rang my usual supplier. Where I got my Campines. She hasn't bred this season. No gold Campines!

There aren't a huge number of breeders round this area to start with & most people are into production reds of various sorts, mostly ISA Browns. I've had ISAs ~ not a 1st choice for me, or even a 2nd, 3rd, 4th... So I have been emailing round...So far I can't get Campines of any description. That's the devastating part. I love these birds. I can get silver laced Wyandottes ~ a breed & colour I've wanted since day one. One place will have them available in 4 weeks ~ my earliest time frame. As the majority of my flock is big girls that should not be a problem. I think I can get Araucanas...And I have one more place to try ~ who just do not want to talk to me ~ that may, just may, be able to supply silver Campines. As silvers were always my 1st choice this is a no brainer if they have them.

That would be 6 new birds to integrate ~ & still leaves Lottie on her own. I was so hoping to get her a running mate. I can get lavender Lanshan bantams ~ very pretty but I know nothing about them. There are the usual Sussex, Australorps, ISAs, Barnvelders but I do like my birds a little odd & am keeping in mind when Campines become available I want to have room for them. I am stressing. I am dealing with new people & not able to get the birds I had my heart set on ~ which I should know not to do. I could wait, of course...

I feel like people are getting increasingly unpleasant and hostile towards others in the real world... What do those folks have to gain by not talking you? Ugh.

Good luck buddy! I hope it falls into place sooner rather than later.

For what it's worth, I believe Langshans are delightful birds.

 

[Ribh]

For what it's worth, I believe Langshans are delightful birds.

Ok. My usual supplier has them & I could get one @ the same time I got my Wyandottes. Glad someone knows something about them. All I knew was they come from China...

 

[Ribh]

I feel like people are getting increasingly unpleasant and hostile towards others in the real world... What do those folks have to gain by not talking you? Ugh.

Big hatchery. I guess they're just busy but it makes it hard to plan when they won't answer an email.

 

[LozzyR]

Got a sunset and moon set for you from this weekend.
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Gorgeous moon shot!

 

[LozzyR]

Nolia's brother got named Mag. You'll never guess what type of tree they go up to roost.

 

[LozzyR]

With @BY Bob & @MaryJanet acquiring new girls recently I've been quiet about my own plans because such beautiful girls deserve an opportunity to shine. I am, however a little upset. Put out. Mildly devastated.

I was planning a buy going into autumn. I like having my new girls come into lay during winter. I like getting them as our weather gets a little cooler rather than battling summer heat. I like getting some eggs while everyone else is taking a break.

So I have been waiting. I waited till I got back from mum's. Then I rang my usual supplier. Where I got my Campines. She hasn't bred this season. No gold Campines!

There aren't a huge number of breeders round this area to start with & most people are into production reds of various sorts, mostly ISA Browns. I've had ISAs ~ not a 1st choice for me, or even a 2nd, 3rd, 4th... So I have been emailing round...So far I can't get Campines of any description. That's the devastating part. I love these birds. I can get silver laced Wyandottes ~ a breed & colour I've wanted since day one. One place will have them available in 4 weeks ~ my earliest time frame. As the majority of my flock is big girls that should not be a problem. I think I can get Araucanas...And I have one more place to try ~ who just do not want to talk to me ~ that may, just may, be able to supply silver Campines. As silvers were always my 1st choice this is a no brainer if they have them.

That would be 6 new birds to integrate ~ & still leaves Lottie on her own. I was so hoping to get her a running mate. I can get lavender Lanshan bantams ~ very pretty but I know nothing about them. There are the usual Sussex, Australorps, ISAs, Barnvelders but I do like my birds a little odd & am keeping in mind when Campines become available I want to have room for them. I am stressing. I am dealing with new people & not able to get the birds I had my heart set on ~ which I should know not to do. I could wait, of course...

I won’t get any more Isa Browns either. I love my Lucy and Chickie to bits, which is why I won’t get any more. It’s too heart-breaking when they die young from reproductive issues.

 

[LozzyR]

I feel like people are getting increasingly unpleasant and hostile towards others in the real world... What do those folks have to gain by not talking you? Ugh.

Good luck buddy! I hope it falls into place sooner rather than later.

For what it's worth, I believe Langshans are delightful birds.

I’m going to give the Favorolles breeder another chance in March. If there’s no response again, I’m going to have to rethink things.

Croad Langshans? They were at the top of my short-list, until my friend told me they were the size of small ostriches! However I think that’s just the roosters; the hens don’t look any bigger than Australorps. Plus there don’t seem to be any breeders around here.

 

[MaryJanet]

I won’t get any more Isa Browns either. I love my Lucy and Chickie to bits, which is why I won’t get any more. It’s too heart-breaking when they die young from reproductive issues.

Yes, they're captivating little hens who get very sick. A heartbreaking combo.

 

[BY Bob]

With @BY Bob & @MaryJanet acquiring new girls recently I've been quiet about my own plans because such beautiful girls deserve an opportunity to shine. I am, however a little upset. Put out. Mildly devastated.

I was planning a buy going into autumn. I like having my new girls come into lay during winter. I like getting them as our weather gets a little cooler rather than battling summer heat. I like getting some eggs while everyone else is taking a break.

So I have been waiting. I waited till I got back from mum's. Then I rang my usual supplier. Where I got my Campines. She hasn't bred this season. No gold Campines!

There aren't a huge number of breeders round this area to start with & most people are into production reds of various sorts, mostly ISA Browns. I've had ISAs ~ not a 1st choice for me, or even a 2nd, 3rd, 4th... So I have been emailing round...So far I can't get Campines of any description. That's the devastating part. I love these birds. I can get silver laced Wyandottes ~ a breed & colour I've wanted since day one. One place will have them available in 4 weeks ~ my earliest time frame. As the majority of my flock is big girls that should not be a problem. I think I can get Araucanas...And I have one more place to try ~ who just do not want to talk to me ~ that may, just may, be able to supply silver Campines. As silvers were always my 1st choice this is a no brainer if they have them.

That would be 6 new birds to integrate ~ & still leaves Lottie on her own. I was so hoping to get her a running mate. I can get lavender Lanshan bantams ~ very pretty but I know nothing about them. There are the usual Sussex, Australorps, ISAs, Barnvelders but I do like my birds a little odd & am keeping in mind when Campines become available I want to have room for them. I am stressing. I am dealing with new people & not able to get the birds I had my heart set on ~ which I should know not to do. I could wait, of course...

O my. I wish I could send you some. That has to be so frustrating. I will pray that things turn out well for you and those silver campines are just a phone call away.