What breed should I get?

[Chickenproject101]

I am looking for a breed of chicken that has consistent genetics(so no easter eggers), does well in Texas climate, and is super docile. I will be handling them daily so this it important that they are easy to catch and it would be nice if they enjoyed people. Laying ability is also important but they only need to lay about 2-3 a week at minimum so they don't have to be super productive. It would also be nice if they didn't wonder a ton because I don't think my neighbors would appreciate chicken crap in their yard lol. Any ideas?

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

Maybe check out some bantam breeds? Otherwise barnevelder, Sussex and Wyandotte may fit the bill.

 

[AnimalGeek23]

Agreed to oldhenlikesdogs.
You can also look into some Buff Orpingtons or Plymouth Rocks, 2 very docile and friendly breeds that are decent layers, too.

 

[Bamabexchicks]

I'm real happy with my sex link golden buffs. Also called Red Star,Cinnamon Queen,Golden Comets and several other designations. Raise them from day old chicks and the will imprint on people. This is what you get!

 

[gunslinger33]

I would suggest Swedish Flower Hens , Welsummer and Legbar

 

[123RedBeard]

I'd suggest a good fence!

 

[The Moonshiner]

I'd suggest a good fence!

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I'd also suggest not getting any sex links. They do not have consistent genetics, often have health concerns because of their high production and not the longest life span.
Great choice for production not so much for a pet.

 

[Chickenproject101]

I have a solid 6 foot fence so can most chickens get over that or?

 

[HuffleClaw]

View attachment 1605496 View attachment 1605495 View attachment 1605494 I'm real happy with my sex link golden buffs. Also called Red Star,Cinnamon Queen,Golden Comets and several other designations. Raise them from day old chicks and the will imprint on people. This is what you get!

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[123RedBeard]

It would also be nice if they didn't wonder a ton because I don't think my neighbors would appreciate chicken crap in their yard lol. Any ideas?

I have a solid 6 foot fence so can most chickens get over that or?

Most chickens will stay inside of a 6' fence ... IF they have enough space ... for some, a solid place to land on top to view what is on the otherside, is an ideal place to land ... then hop down to explore ...

From the first post it didn't sound like you had a fence ...

As you probably know ... Texas is a big and diverse place ... are you on the humid coast, or up in the dry windy panhandle?

The bigger the bird, less likely for them to fly very high when they are adults ...