What breeds do you wish you had?

[shawnanjohn]

I want some polish and silkies! Their size has kept me from them but one day when I don't have a house full!

 

[MROO]

Can chickens really do that? I bet some people would say "Its unsanitary!". Thanks!

Mine make regular classroom visits. They're no more unsanitary than a slobbering baby (and I happen to like holding babies, slobbering or not!) In a public place, they both wear diapers and, hopefully, have had a good bath before their visit. Actually the chickens are easier (at least mine are) because I keep them on a leash. You can't really do that with a baby!

 

[twendt]

Chicken diapers!! LOL

 

[shawnanjohn]

I know it isn't safe, nor feasible, to have ostriches. But I also know that ostrich farms exist. It's not going to happen; it is simply fun to imagine it. Going outside to feed ostriches, watching them forage and run about the land. Fun, in theory, though impractical.

I would think it depends on your layout. Our tiny community zoo lets a flock of ostrich roam about freely. Last year there were about 6 itty bitties scampering behind a hen and it was adorable!

 

[MROO]

Chicken diapers!! LOL

Google them ... it's hysterical ... but they work! I line mine with a small pantiliner. It saves a lot of cleanup and makes them last longer.

 

[MROO]

I don't have the space or the proper location, but I really want Cayuga ducks, Sebastopol geese and Calls. I have room for the calls ... but my neighbors would likely start shooting over the noise ... ME, not the ducks!

 

[WallyBirdie]

I would think it depends on your layout. Our tiny community zoo lets a flock of ostrich roam about freely. Last year there were about 6 itty bitties scampering behind a hen and it was adorable!

That sounds wonderful!
Sadly, ostriches are more of a 'if-I-hit-the-lottery' sort of dream. I don't know enough nor do I have the money and resources.

 

[mamablair]

I just ordered my jersey giants. They ship next week.

 

[MROO]

I just ordered my jersey giants. They ship next week.

 

[CJLR]

Can chickens really do that? I bet some people would say "Its unsanitary!". Thanks!

Mine make regular classroom visits. They're no more unsanitary than a slobbering baby (and I happen to like holding babies, slobbering or not!) In a public place, they both wear diapers and, hopefully, have had a good bath before their visit. Actually the chickens are easier (at least mine are) because I keep them on a leash. You can't really do that with a baby!

yes they can but they have to be certified and have yearly vet visits and get a bath before they go and ware a diaper and a harness
Right now i am just training them and next year i will get them certified