So I found this chicken...

[grinn75]

Seriously, my neighbor found a chicken wandering at a nearby park. The poor thing is now in a nice big cage in my backyard. I used to raise and release orphaned birds and squirrels so had this nice cage in my backyard. I had contemplated getting chickens because I love fresh eggs but didn't plan it this way. I have checked local boards, newspapers, and craig's list but no one has reported a missing chicken. Any help on identifying breed and tips for caring for her would be greatly appreciated. Here's a pic.

 

[grinn75]

I guess the pic didn't post. I'm not sure how to post pics yet.

 

[texasgal]

A big Texas-sized

I believe you have to post a bit more before you have picture posting privileges !

Congrats on the chicken!!

 

[BirdNut]

Hi! Welcome to BYC, and the chicken-keeping addiction!

Sorry about your picture not coming up. To prevent spam, there is a certain number of posts that you should have before you get the priviledge to post pictures.

 

[grinn75]

Since I can't post a pic I will try to describe her. She is a large chicken and her coloring is best described as brindled, light brown and black. She has feathers that stick up around the sides of her face. She has a dark beak and feet. I used to rehab birds so I know how to assess body condition and other than being bit thin she seems to be in good shape. I haven't been able to go to a feed store yet so am giving her cracked corn, seeds, veggies, and fruit. Anyone got reccommendations for type of feed?
I put a cat carrier in the pen last night so she would have a safe covered place to sleep but I guess I need to build something else. The squirrel nest boxes are little too small.

 

[ThePolishPrincess]

Sounds a bit like an Easter Egger to me, but no telling without a pic.

There are different types of feed, but layer pellets or layer crumbles should suit her just fine if she looks like an adult.

 

[KansasKate]

IT sounds like you've got a pretty good setup, depending on the size of the cage. Sounds like a little chicken tractor! I'll be interested to see the pictures. You might want some straw or pine shavings for nesting. Hopefully you have a farm store (Tractor Supply, Orschelns, feed store) nearby to get some food. She won't starve on what you're giving her, though!

 

[rancher hicks]

I would never have believed this if it hadn't happened to my brothers friend who lives in the heart of the city of Syracuse. It was a hen and I gave her away.

 

[4-H chicken mom]

and

from Ohio. So glad you joined. If the chicken looks like it has muffs on it's face, I agree with The PP sounds like an EE.

 

[BirdNut]

I have a bird who fits your description, I think.

Would you agree? If so, you have an Easter Egger.