clucky1 Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Hello - Sorry to tho's whom have already viewed this but I posted it in the wrong place (still learning) Firstly wishing you all a lovely day in the sunshine ! Questian: I am hoping to add 2 beautiful buff 'orpingtons' to my little flock of six 'girlies' I explained to the breeder that I would like the orpingtons from about 18 wks - which is similar to the age that my others were when I got them a year ago. The breeder has emailed me and asked whether I want them 'on heat or off heat' ???? I have looked in my books and can't find a reference to it. Any ideas ? Regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xChicken04x Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 I assume she means that if they are "off heat" they are old enough to go outside, meaning they don't need a heat lamp anymore, and "on heat" means they are younger than 6/7 weeks so they still need a heat lamp to keep them warm. In your case you would want them "off heat" if you want them old enough to mix in your flock. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clucky1 Posted February 12, 2008 Author Share Posted February 12, 2008 Yes - I think that sounds right. It was just a bit odd as I haven't heard of the termilogy before. Many Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
