I have 4 hens and they're very friendly. If you're looking for a "pet", this is your breed. Their eggs are very small (think ping pong ball). They do lay consistently however (nearly an egg a day). They're very much like dogs in that they will beg (sqwack) for treats when they see you. Don't get me wrong, they're a great breed, but when selecting a chicken, I'm looking for a large bird that will lay good and be big enough to butcher at the end of its laying days. Great breed for young kids and beginners.