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Which breeds have the softest feathers?

Discussion in 'General breed discussions & FAQ' started by calee, Aug 8, 2008.

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  1. Aug 8, 2008 #1
    calee

    calee Out Of The Brooder

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    I've noticed that our Barred Rock has the softest feathers out of our three girls... I don't know if it's just her, or if it's a breed thing.

    What do those of you with experience handling multiple breeds think?
     
  3. Aug 8, 2008 #2
    IloveTravis

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    My buff orpington and my Wyandotte have the softest feathers [​IMG] My barred rock is pretty soft too, when I can get a hold of her [​IMG]
     
  5. Aug 8, 2008 #3
    cluckychick

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    My buff orp is soft but my frizzles are the softest [​IMG]
     
  7. Aug 8, 2008 #4
    silkieluver_07

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    Definitely silkies!!! All silkies are made up of is fluff. [​IMG]
     
  9. Aug 8, 2008 #5
    Blisschick

    Blisschick not rusty

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    I agree, my Wyandottes have some very soft fluff, and LOTS of it. It's almost a pain to have to pluck one because of all the down.

    Silkies I think shouldn't count in this question, since all they have is fluff! They're more like petting your pet cat or rabbit. [​IMG]
     
  11. Aug 9, 2008 #6
    EweSheep

    EweSheep Flock Mistress

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    Silkies and Orpingtons
     
  13. Aug 9, 2008 #7
    brownfarms

    brownfarms Chillin' With My Peeps

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    My white cochins are SO soft. i love rubbing my face on them. That sounded wrong.
     
  15. Aug 9, 2008 #8
    SundownWaterfowl

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    I say Cochins, Silkies, and Light BRahmas
     
  17. Aug 9, 2008 #9
    momofdrew

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    Silkies have the softest feathers:D
     
  19. Aug 9, 2008 #10
    Katy

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    I'd say my wyandottes.
     
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