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Thank you for your insight! It's really helpful hearing the same themes come up from multiple members :) The pecking order comment is a good point. Sounds like I need to do more homework as to which breeds will work together in a small flock (5 or so hens).:caf

That is a good point - one I had not considered! :thumbsup and I also like the idea of seeing the chicks develop; the children would really enjoy the experience/process (on the whole, I know it can be an emotional ride!) and hopefully getting them tamer as a result. I get this! I do love all...

That's an interesting observation - and I can believe it. My dog loves a lot of other dog types - though not all (for example, she hates all Labradors). However, whenever we meet another dog of the same breed as her, she is definitely different with that dog. It's like she knows. So I can...

This certainly appeals to my children! They want to know when 'their' chicken has laid an egg - and knowing from a health perspective appeals to me.

That is an interesting point. I have heard about buying in hatching eggs (as opposed to pullets) to minimise bringing in disease, but had not considered the diverse gene pool provided by a range of hens and suppliers. One more factor that I will bear in mind; thank you for raising it. Choosing...

That would be fun! And learning all about genes / genetics at the same time. I'm still undecided about having a cockerel atm, but would like to incubate some next year - either in a 'bator or under a broody.... too many exciting possibilities!!

Ah sorry, I got confused by his being drenched and covered in blood - I understand now than Junior must have caused this damage to the older rooster, not Junior being injured and dying! I know rehoming the boys is part of dealing with flock management, along with getting new ones in to...

Thank you for your comprehensive reply. I wish I had as much space as you, but here in the U.K. you are very, very blessed if you have an outdoor space that big. My garden is considered pretty big for the majority of the U.K., and it is 120ft x 40ft. The girls will be kept in a predator proof...

Hello, Can anyone share some insight on the benefits and downsides of having a mixed flock (not hybrids, but an eclectic mix of different breeds) as opposed to a pure bred flock please! I don’t have a tonne of space available, so do need to keep my chicken maths quite sensible!! I don’t want to...