Trying to decide which breeds to raise

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We found that buying them young (around 8 weeks) appeared to be ideal The pros being of an 8 week old is they are big enough to be without heat and young enough to watch them grow and interact with them. Cons are that they won't be as tame as younger birds immediately but some breeds will become more affectionate.


I think this is your best bet, it's right in the middle of the two options.lol.

When we first considered chickens we found this to be the best, purely so the isa browns and wyandottes would t bully the silkie. Now the silkie is the boss and the isa browns adore the silkie, the Wyandotte being too chill too care.