[Jacob-list] Re: chicken choices

[Heather Fogel]

Hi all,

We have had chickens for two years now, and this year have some roosters.
Our Bantam rooster is the loudest guy in the barn.  He was crowing sooner,
louder and more frequently than the others.  We named him Napolean, and it
is really fitting.  We started off with Barred Rock hens the first year.  I
prefer those ladies to my buff orpingtons, I bought this year.  The Buffs
don't seem to be laying as well.

Heather Fogel
Little Shady Acres
Stewart MN
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kelley Rambo" <Kelley_Rambo at antiochne.edu>
To: <jacob-list at jacobsheep.com>
Sent: Friday, December 06, 2002 5:14 PM
Subject: [Jacob-list] Re: chicken choices


> Hi,
>
> I like these websites for information on chickens:
> http://cyborganic.com/People/feathersite/Poultry/BRKPoultryPage.html
> http://www.poultryconnection.com/index.shtml
>
> Buff Orpingtons are probably a good choice.  I've looked at them, but have
> not had any.  I have had mostly bantams which I like very well.  Small
> size, smaller housing needs, eat less, still produce sizeable eggs and
> great personalities.  Cochins are great layers, in my experience, and very
> good mothers, though you probably won't want a rooster if noise is an
> issue.  Aside, bantam roosters are not quite as loud crowers as standard
> sized birds.  I used to moderate a listserv on natural chicken care, so if
> you need any ideas, feel free to ask.
>
> Best of luck with your new chickies!
>
> K.
>
>
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