What breed is better?

[M To The Maxx]

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I wouldn't risk it.

I'm saying I am going to. But do you know what the odds are?

 

[Katy]

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I wouldn't risk it.

I'm saying I am going to. But do you know what the odds are?

Unless you find out what illness your flock has, no one can answer that question.

 

[speckledhen]

Maxx, what do your parents say about all this? Are they helping you with contacting the state for testing?

I have to agree that you should not bring any birds into this till you know what you are dealing with. For instance, bleach will not kill cocci, but ammonia will, so you need to know what the problem is. You must know what you are disinfecting for and how long the coops should lie dormant (stay empty) before you can continue. And you need to be careful with chemicals you use (like do NOT mix bleach and ammonia! Poisonous gas).
I think you're putting the cart before the horse here, meaning you need to get this disease issue squared away before you bring new birds in and possibly lose them, too. As far as breeds go, we'll talk after you get some information about your health issues with the flock. Both are great breeds, but it won't matter if they die like the others.

 

[M To The Maxx]

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They have helped me find some places that do necropsies. I have left a message for a place about 30 minutes away from us. We are waiting for a call back. My parents feel terrible about all of our chickens dying. They are trying to help me anyway they can.

 

[speckledhen]

I sure hope you can get this figured out fast, kiddo. I want you to be able to get on with enjoying your flock like I know you used to before all this started.

 

[Mahonri]

Once you get the coop cleaned properly.

I love both breeds.

A BR would have to really look spectacular for me to want a BR roo.

I LOVE my Dellie... And Dellie crosses are wonderful also.