gazmomay Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Okay everyone... Having VERY SADLY just lost one of my original Omlet chicks (Posh - the Miss Pepperpot), I am now looking to boost my brood - for two reasons. Firstly because having recently 'upgraded' to a cube, I have more room, but - more importantly Secondly, because I reckon that some new 'babies' will lessen my sadness on the loss of Posh. So, I would like another Pepperpot, but Omlet tell me they have none currently. I would however like to introduce a/some new breed(s). If I can time it right I would like a Pepperpot at the same time as two other 'birds' (same or different, I don't mind). My criteria is pretty much 'entertainment' and 'eggs', so I ask of you all ... What Breed is Your Favourite .. and why? I am 'thinking' about a 'Faverolle', comments about that breed and the 'Dorking' would also be welcome. So let me have it. Your prefernce and why? Oh, I should mention that Miss Pepperpot and Gingernut Ranger are assumed as favourites so are excluded from this poll. Thanks Ps - My first poll, so I hope I have grasped the technology... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Gaz, have you tried emailing Barbara to see if she knows of any local breeders who might have a Pepperpot type hybrid for you if Omlet are out of stock? Many of the breeders stock hybrids now and have Bovans Nera/Black Rocks. Some have a nice mix of pure breeds and hybrids which would make it easy to get all your hens at the same time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazmomay Posted April 18, 2008 Author Share Posted April 18, 2008 Thanks Kate. I haven't approached Barbara yet, but I have spoken to Hayley and Jan at Omlet. They gave me a list of my 5 closest breeders, but none were really that close. Those that I contacted - well the nearest actually - didn't suggest that Pepperpot or Ranger' were available. I am visiting nearby farms this weekend but have also posted separately about how big a breed I can accommodate in the cube. I don't want any avoidable problems - obviously! Would it be possible, perhaps, for me to get an Omlet pullet BEFORE they would normally release them? Just a thought that might help me to 'coordinate' my new additions. Thanks, Gary (gazmomay) Ps - I love chickens - hee (but so sad to lose one) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazmomay Posted April 18, 2008 Author Share Posted April 18, 2008 Postscript... I do not seem - on my viewing - you have any 'poll' options. Have I missed something or just simply got the poll wrong? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I have a Pepperpot and Gingernut. If i had to choose which type as a third it would have to be the Gingernut.It is so much more tame than other and so very bold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I am biased I find my cochins the most adorable chickens - to me they dont seem like chickens, very docile and friendly and tame balls of fluff. other favourites on my list include - Orpington Brahma Barnevelder Light and Buff Sussex Silver Laced Wyandotte Frizzle I will have one of each one day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Postscript... I do not seem - on my viewing - you have any 'poll' options. Have I missed something or just simply got the poll wrong? I can't see a poll either, Gaz. If you have a look at this topic, it might help you get your poll sorted out. I can help if you like so just PM me with the info you want in your poll and I can sort that for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
