Tractor Supply has chicks!!!!!

[GirlsHuntToo]

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[CoopBoots]

Definitely the Bluebells, but I'm not afraid to gamble on roosters haha. I probability should be!

 

[GirlsHuntToo]

Definitely the Bluebells, but I'm not afraid to gamble on roosters haha. I probability should be!

I'm not interested in anymore roosters because I'm known to develop a soft spot!

 

[ShrekDawg]

Buff Orpingtons!!!

 

[StinkyAcres]

I know it's just anecdotal, but I see on this forum and have experienced first-hand lots of problems with hatchery Buff Orpingtons. It seems (to me) they are prone to having reproductive problems early.

I am interested in dark brown egg layers and larger, healthier birds, so Marans and Jersey Giants for me.

But the question on my mind is - why are you getting more chickens if you already have too many?!!

 

[GirlsHuntToo]

I know it's just anecdotal, but I see on this forum and have experienced first-hand lots of problems with hatchery Buff Orpingtons. It seems (to me) they are prone to having reproductive problems early.

I am interested in dark brown egg layers and larger, healthier birds, so Marans and Jersey Giants for me.

But the question on my mind is - why are you getting more chickens if you already have too many?!!

I have came to the conclusion that I'm a farmer.... let's face it.... I can tell myself I'm going to stop adding to my flock but.... Can't walk through Tractor Supply without stopping to see the chicks.... can't stop to see the chicks without getting some.... can't get some without at least getting 8..... It's a domino affect. There's no holding back, the cuteness is too much!
I also lost 2 chickens Monday... two of my favorites too. It has me down and baby chicks are the best medicine when it comes to that.

 

[StinkyAcres]

I have came to the conclustion that I'm a farmer.... let's face it.... I can tell myslef I'm going to stop adding to my flock but.... Can't walk through Tractor Supply without stopping to see the chicks.... can't stop to see the chicks without getting some.... can't get some without at least getting 8..... It's a domino affect. There's no holding back, the cuteness is too much!

Okay, I get the first part - I also would rather stay home and be a farmer. But good farmers don't make impulse animal purchases. They make sure they have enough space, money, etc., before considering getting new animals. I hope you do.

 

[ShrekDawg]

I know it's just anecdotal, but I see on this forum and have experienced first-hand lots of problems with hatchery Buff Orpingtons. It seems (to me) they are prone to having reproductive problems early.

I am interested in dark brown egg layers and larger, healthier birds, so Marans and Jersey Giants for me.

But the question on my mind is - why are you getting more chickens if you already have too many?!!

Mine never had any reproductive issues but that last line is a good point.

 

[StinkyAcres]

Mine never had any reproductive issues but that last line is a good point.

That's good! How long did they live?

 

[Chicken Heel]

My local Tractor Supply got there chicks in today!
These are the options! What ones would you go for????
If you would like to provide some information on these breeds, have pictures, or a comment.... please by all means tell.
I seen that they are coming available tomorrow (Friday)!!! They will be letting them rest for the rest of today, so I will probably be getting them tomorrow afternoon.
I want to make a good choice on the breeds!
I will get two or three breeds - so vote for the choice you would make!