What breed is my hen?

thanks for your answer! And yes we are actually planning on getting chicks next week, the only thing I’m worried about is if the chicks grow to be bigger then this hen would that cause problems or aggression between them?

Maybe. Make sure that the chicks are the same size and fully feathered before you introduce them to her. You will need to read up on integrating chickens into a flock, if done properly you will likely have a very happy flock. I would recommend getting chicks that will grow to be a similar size to her(Silkies, Cochins and other bantam breeds) as this will reduce fighting because of size differences.
Here are a few resources to help with integration.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/how-to-integrate-your-chicken-flock-the-easy-way.63034/

https://www.thehappychickencoop.com/how-to-introduce-new-chickens-to-your-existing-flock/

You may want to add the area that you are in to your profile, as that will help other members understand your situation, and possibly help you find some breeders for you to get chickens off of.

Keep us posted, and good luck.

Your hen is beautiful BTW, I agree that she is a lovely silkie mix :)
 

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