Self Blue (Lavender) Silkie Thread

[jen5680]

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Hey Jen,

I have hatched about 75-80 splits and not one of them had that problem:-(

Hmmmm well I wonder what they hey is going on with these little bugars!!
Guess I can rule out it's not a split thing then.
Thanks !!

 

[sonew123]

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Hey Jen,

I have hatched about 75-80 splits and not one of them had that problem:-(

Hmmmm well I wonder what they hey is going on with these little bugars!!
Guess I can rule out it's not a split thing then.
Thanks !!

Maybe?? I did not keep all of them but I did keep the majority to see how theyd grow out for my breeder pen-those birds did not have issues-I have no idea if the others I sold did-all though the people I sold to Im freinds with and believe me they call me when the chickens fart -let alone wry neck!

 

[Sonoran Silkies]

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Deb,

The bottom line is, if you want the Standard for the Grays changed, go through the motions to change it. Slinging mud at the past is a waste of time. You got a problem? Fix it.

Laura

I personally think it's time to back off of Deb, and move on. This thread is not for bashing, and I don't feel that Deb has slung any mud. For all of you that do not personally know Deb, she is a very nice and kind person. We could all benefit from her knowledge of Silkies.

Absolutely!

 

[Bat Cave Silkies]

Goodness, gracious.....I was thrilled to see one of the most knowledgeable Silkie breeders in the country sharing with the Silkie breeders on BYC.....only to have her chased off. Sure, she shares her knowledge on ASBC, but I find that a more difficult format to participate in.

Please don't allow the actions/words of one or two individuals prevent you from participating with the dozens of Silkie lovers/breeder on BYC....

 

[Sonoran Silkies]

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I think it may be because I have had a migraine & am waiting on second dose of meds to kick in........but can you explain what you mean by color standard? What is the color standard? How will I know if my grey meets it?

Please talk to me like I am totally dingy. I read this paragraph several times before it clicked enough to understand. I hate migraines

I think this got lost in the reactions to the post following yours. The APA has a book titles the Standard of Perfection and the ABA has a book titled the Bantam Standard. These books each describe each recognised breed and variety in great detail. There can be differences in the standards from one organization to the other, but there is a joint standards committee that works to eliminate the differences. I *think* this joint committee is a relatively recent effort, but am not sure quite how long it has been around.

Anyways, Deb is referencing the written description for a grey silkie, which tells what colours and patterns should be where on the male, and also on the female.

 

[ChickyChickyBaby]

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I think it may be because I have had a migraine & am waiting on second dose of meds to kick in........but can you explain what you mean by color standard? What is the color standard? How will I know if my grey meets it?

Please talk to me like I am totally dingy. I read this paragraph several times before it clicked enough to understand. I hate migraines

I think this got lost in the reactions to the post following yours. The APA has a book titles the Standard of Perfection and the ABA has a book titled the Bantam Standard. These books each describe each recognised breed and variety in great detail. There can be differences in the standards from one organization to the other, but there is a joint standards committee that works to eliminate the differences. I *think* this joint committee is a relatively recent effort, but am not sure quite how long it has been around.

Anyways, Deb is referencing the written description for a grey silkie, which tells what colours and patterns should be where on the male, and also on the female.

I noticed a ruckus was started. I just shushed and waited. Figured if no one answered I would find someone to PM

Thank you!

I need those books for the details. I keep saying I am going to join ABA but haven't yet. Lazy.

If the standards are not 'standardized' the same across the board for both major organizations, will that not cause judging issues especially with a non-silkie familiar judge?

In that case, if you are entered into an ABA and APA show, which standards do you adhere to?

 

[Sonoran Silkies]

Separate reports are sent to each organization. For silkies, the standards are pretty much the same. I have not read them line by line to compare, but I have read them both at different times and not noticed a difference.

If, as expected, lavender becomes APA recognised at the beginning of the year, but ABA recognitions does not come until later, for shows in between, the judges might have to award separate wins for each organization should a lavender place as reserve of breed or higher. I am also thinking that exhibitors and show secretaries will need to make sure the judges are aware that lavenders are officially APA recognised for those early shows. I do not know exactly what process is used to make official announcements like that, but it would behoove exhibitors to acquire a copy and keep it on hand.

 

[artsyrobin]

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so the boys will stay in the bachelor pad then, and the pullet will be spoiled rotten, no raising egg form her- but hopefully she will be a great broody! thanks- i kind of suspected that would be the case- but since i am not looking at them for breeding, wanted to make sure-

 

[debstein]

Lavender Silkie Approval Update!
Yesterday, I received an email from Sam Brush, president of the APA, regarding the approval process for our lavender, self-blue silkies. The qualifying judge, Jamie Matts, recommended that the self-blues be added to the standard, and after the regular APA meeting, the Standard Committee also recommended approval. The Board voted, and the bearded self-blue silkies were added to the standard. That designation starts as of the vote by the Board, so if you show a Brd. Self Blue Silkie next week at some show, it will be as an officially recognized breed/variety. You might have to furnish the Standard for the judge and let him or her know they passed the qualifying meet, but they have official standing now.

We did it!!! Yahoo!!! Hooray!!!!

Deb Steinberg
President
American Silkie Bantam Club

 

[JenEric Farms]

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