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VettekLisa

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Okay, this is probably a stupid question. What age do you
usually start showing chickens?
I've looked all over the internet and can't seem to find the
answer to that question.


LOL, I need a Showing Chickens for Dummies book.
 
Yes, avoid having the judge write in bold print "YOUNG" on your coop card. Generally, about 6 months is when chickens are mature. There are breeds that mature faster (like Moderns, 5 months) and breeds that mature slower (like OE males, 7 months). It depends on the breed, but as long as they're not peeping and their condition is good, they should be good to show.
 
Yes, avoid having the judge write in bold print "YOUNG" on your coop card. Generally, about 6 months is when chickens are mature. There are breeds that mature faster (like Moderns, 5 months) and breeds that mature slower (like OE males, 7 months). It depends on the breed, but as long as they're not peeping and their condition is good, they should be good to show.
 
Yes, avoid having the judge write in bold print "YOUNG" on your coop card. Generally, about 6 months is when chickens are mature. There are breeds that mature faster (like Moderns, 5 months) and breeds that mature slower (like OE males, 7 months). It depends on the breed, but as long as they're not peeping and their condition is good, they should be good to show.
 
Thanks for the answer. I had assumed that was
probably the age, but just wanted to be very sure.
 
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I actually entered a 5 month old birchen modern game pullet in a recent show. The judge in fact wrote YOUNG across my card. BUT......my bird then went on to take Reserve Champion Bantam!!! We got a trophy, a gift certificate, and lots of ribbons!!
 

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