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 Post subject: Newbie needs to know about chicken breeds
PostPosted: Sat Dec 07, 2013 9:45 am 
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Hi

I am new to this forum. I was hoping someone could advise me on the best chicken breed for me.

I have limited space (4x2 run with overnight coop inside the run) and they will be able to free range our average suburban backyard for an hour or 2 a few times a week (only when I can supervise as I have dogs and also gardens that I really don't want destroyed!).

I want friendly girls who will tolerate handling by myself and my small son. I also want eggs, not like egg a day type production but at least a few a week. Also important is a long laying life - so that rules out ISAs and other hybrids.

So, what breed would best suit my space and requirements, and how many do you think I could house in my limited space?

I am open to bantams but nothing that lays too tiny an egg.

I've been recommended barnevelders, wyandotte bantams, Plymouth rocks and silkies.

Thanks!


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 Post subject: Re: Newbie needs to know about chicken breeds
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Pekins are the best all rounder and way better than silkies when it come to being handled


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 Post subject: Re: Newbie needs to know about chicken breeds
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Thanks, ill take a look at pekins. What are they like as layers?


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I have and love the mix breed they are so hardy and seem friendly with all age groups

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Pekins are, small, beautiful, friendly and fun. Definitely go the Pekins [icon_hen!


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how about Light Sussex bantams
The large type are wounderful but avent met the bantam type

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We have both Pekin and bantam light Sussex, they are not at POL yet. As far as friendliness, go for the Pekin. They jump up on us even when we are crouching to fill food and water.

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