chicken bark Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 (edited) Today I acquired 4 beautiful hybrids - a Bluebelle (always wanted one of those) two gorgeous Black Rocks and a pretty Warren type. I think the hens were originally from Jody at Raw Green Cottages, but the lady I got them from is moving abroad so they have come to live with me. First off - sorry no photos yet - I know the rain is no real excuse! They are really affectionate. I have had cuddles and they have eaten out of my hand right from the off. I should also add that my ex-bats are coming on a bundle too. They charge at me for the treat tub now and occasionally leave me with flesh on my fingers! I think my running total is now 39 but I am definitely stopping there (until the new year at least! ). Edited October 11, 2011 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackian Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Congratulations. You sound really excited I am sure they are lovely but an odd number... 40 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Congratulations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Congratulations, and well done you for taking on these new girls. Sounds like they will be worth it. I love Bluebelles; one of my first three girls was a Bluebelle and I have a real soft spot for them. Looking forward to seeing piccies when you get a chance. Hazelx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Here they are: All four girls together: One of the Black Rocks: The other Black Rock: The bold as brass Bluebelle: No close up of the Lohmann - she was too busy scoffing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Congratulations. You sound really excited I am sure they are lovely but an odd number... 40 ? Steady now. ...and you can't add one on its own so to get it even would mean another 3 at least! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kazzy73 Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 your new girls are gooooorgus,the black rocks are very pretty but I love bluebelles I have 3 and they are very friendly and very very greedy( especially Nando) compared to my light sussex.Bet they have a fun time with all those fallen apples. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plum Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Beautiful, wouldn't want to meet bluebell in a dark alley. That hen has attitude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coco Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Lovely girls, a blue bell is on my wish list, one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 The lovely - very pretty girls. Bluebells are gorgeous. Mine isn't as cheeky as yours though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clucker1 Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 My newly acquired Bluebelle called Primrose is completely DIM!!!!! and likes to make a BIG noise about anything and everything. We have had her over 6 weeks and she still has not worked out when I shout girlies at the top of my voice it means food....whereas as the other newbie we got at the same time is well ahead. Just this last week she has worked out where her home is too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicken bark Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Well like the true little stars they are they put themselves to bed and the Bluebelle laid me an egg too! The previous owner must have worked wonders with them. I like reading all your Bluebelle comments - I shall look forward to her antics! They are keeping their original names so the Bluebelle is called Tikka, the Warren is Ginny, and the Black Rocks are Goldie and Murgh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UKMARCH Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 They're lovely and a nice egg already! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memphisto Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Congratulations, they are good looking girlies, especially the first pic of your black rock's, she's stunning Bluebelle's are funny, mine seems so straight laced and decent, then she goes and pecks one of the other girls on the bum and runs off as if nothing happened she always is great with my 2 year old, she follows him round the garden! Enjoy your girls, looks like they'll have great fun with those apples too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 very lovely ladies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Beautiful, wouldn't want to meet bluebell in a dark alley. That hen has attitude That really made me laugh! Just imagine walking into a dark alley and shes scratching about... turns to look at you, freezes, and comes flapping & squarking towards you ahh I should go to sleep Lovely girls, I especially like bluebell now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 The lovely - very pretty girls. Bluebells are gorgeous. Mine isn't as cheeky as yours though! Our bluebelle is a (reluctant) top hen - she's HUGE, but a gentle giant, and is a very friendly, chatty hen. She's a star! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calamity Jane Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 They are really lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fur 'n' Feathers Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Beautiful girls, particularly the striking Black rock Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
