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Discussion in 'Managing Your Flock' started by Austincb, Jan 2, 2013.

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  1. Jan 2, 2013 #1
    Austincb

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    We've ordered some chickens from someone local because we don't have space to raise chicks. We ordered 2 barred rock, 2 buff orpingtons and 2 silver wyannote. My husband really wants a rooster and we discussed getting one locally as well. We were just wondering if we should get one breed? I'm not against letting the girls do their thing if they to broody.
     
  3. Jan 2, 2013 #2
    Ridgerunner

    Ridgerunner Chicken Obsessed

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    I don't know what your goals are with your chickens (eggs, meat, eggs and meat, pets, eye candy, bug control, others ?) but unless you are going to show them, breed really does not matter. Pick any rooster from any breed that meets your goals and you will be fine.
     
  5. Jan 2, 2013 #3
    hendrixcoop

    hendrixcoop Out Of The Brooder

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    In my opinion, get a roo that has a good demeanor and let nature takes it's course. With the various hen breeds you are not pursuing meeting "standards", so let nature provide some great cross-breeds with various colors & barring.
    Later when chicken math kicks in, you may want to establish a regulated heritage line, but for now, have fun and enjoy the entertainment of chicken tv & eggs.
     
  7. Jan 2, 2013 #4
    gg706

    gg706 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Be careful getting a rooster from someone.....Sometimes people have a very aggressive rooster and cant butcher it, so they "give" it away. But all they are giving you is a problem!
     
  9. Jan 2, 2013 #5
    Austincb

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    Thanks for the advice!
     

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