I agree with NYREDS. Just go to a few and enjoy the show, look at the different birds, meet people and make connections. I think it is up to you to decide which breeds you are interested in and why. Working with a breed you love will make the whole experience more fun and interesting. So of the...
My name is Adam and I live in Memphis, TN. I enjoy working in my yard, painting pottery, and Spending time with my dogs. I currently have Delawares, Blue Andalusians, Speckled Sussex, Modern Game Bantams and many others. I love my chickens and have more on the way as well as hatching eggs.
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The Delaware chicken was developed in, you guessed it, Delaware during the 1940's . The Delaware is a cross between a Barred Rock and a New Hampshire. The Delaware is a large, hardy, dual purpose bird which lays medium to large brown eggs. The Delaware is a very rare breed in the...
I do not show my birds but I do try to breed as close to the standard as possible so I can't say for sure but I am going to guess that it may cause a problem. I do not know whether he would be DQ but I am sure you would lose points for it. Hopefully someone will come along with a better answer...
I think they look nice but I also think they are to young to be making that decision. I do not breed them so I do not know the requirements for them but I would suggest unless they have a noticeable defect or disqualification for the breed I would hang onto them until they are closer to 8 months...
I have a few Red sex link female chicks FREE in Memphis TN. PICK UP ONLY. These were some extras in an order I received May 16. Must take all 3. I may have a Silver Spangled Hamburg or 2 that you can have as well. PM for pick up times.
Thanks, Adam
East Memphis TN
38122