Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 I was so excited as I was going to pick up my 3 Australorp Bantam girls this morning but the person who was going to take me has let me down at the last minute I'm not feeling too good anyway and given the fact that I've still got some bits to get before the girl's arrival anyway, I just think all these things are telling me that I should wait until next year The opportunity to buy the eglu came up suddenly and I'm really pleased that I got it but I've been thinking that I won't get much time with the girls, given the dark evenings and with winter approaching. I'm sure it's the right thing to do but it's going to be hard looking at the empty eglu in the garden for months on end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Sorry, I can't tell you you're being sensible. I got my chickens in January last year and we had a thin covering of snow when I went off to Malvern to get my girls (from Wales). I'm sure you'll spend a little time each day with the chickens and the weekend. It's not like you need to potty train and take for walks like a dog and be there with them all of the time. Personally I say go for it. What are you waiting for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 I did have that 'conversation' with myself in my head and told myself to remember that they are chickens! I suppose I'll just have to see if/when I can arrange to get to the breeder. I don't drive, which complicates things a bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Don't hurry into anything or rush around trying to find a driver buuuutt... don't let this time of year put you off. Where were you going to get he austrolorp bantams? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammiboo Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 I got my cube and chickens in february, dark mornings and evenings. there were fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueandwhite Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 I'm sure when you feel ready you will find a way. Don't forget weekends, days off and holidays. I've just finished a week off and must admit I was fed up with not really seeing the girls in the morning (dark when I was leaving) and for only a short period at night. So this week I've spent lots of time in the garden with them (even let them in the chook free zone! - strict supervision obviously!) and just enjoyed watching their barmy antics. I remember last year sitting out with them in the snow (Tony the Tiger dressing gown and blanket wrapped round me - they didn't seem to notice the frozen wasteland). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 I agree, if you can sort out transport, don't be put off by the time of year! I got my very first hens at the end of November and we had our first egg for Christmas Certainly gave me an incentive to get out into the garden every weekend. Also, if the breeder has them ready now, grab them. He may not have any more next year - anything can happen between now and then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 Well I rang a garden centre that also sells poultry, which is about 20 minutes away from me (the breeder is over an hour away) and it turns out that they often have hens from her, so they might be able to collect my girls when they go to get some more stock! I've rung the breeder and told her the plan I'm trying to hatch so I just hope I can get the girls this way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 I hope it all works out and you get your chooks soon. Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcharlie43 Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Don't let the time of year put you off. I got my first 3 chickens last November. They were 3 sad little ex-bats who were very bald. They made it through the winter in their eglu just fine. Snowy is right. It also gets you outside every day whatever the weather. If you can get hold of the chickens then go for it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Is It the breeder up near Rugby? If so I will no doubt be seeing that person at the National show In two weeks so could bring them down for you if it helps? I am often in MK it's only down the road from me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 Is It the breeder up near Rugby? If so I will no doubt be seeing that person at the National show In two weeks so could bring them down for you if it helps? I am often in MK it's only down the road from me Oh wow, that's so kind of you! That would be wonderful! Yes, it's Anne She did say she's going to a Show tomorrow in Hemel but she isn't coming my way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackian Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 He or she who hesitates is lost... so don't ,you won't regret it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 Those who know me would just shake their heads and say I have no patience but I don't care...I'm with you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 If Anne is willing to hold them till the National then I will collect them from her, she knows me as Toaster She may possibly decline and if so don't be upset as the National is a hectic couple of days at best but see what she says Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 Just heard back from Anne and she said she will take them on the Sunday...is that the 20th? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindafw Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooh you are gonna get them soooooooon so excited for you xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Just heard back from Anne and she said she will take them on the Sunday...is that the 20th? Thats fine, I will message you on here nearer the time to arrange to drop them down to you soon after Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
memphisto Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Yay! You've got time to get the extras and get your lovely chickens. Look forward to hearing more when they're with you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyhole kate Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Is It the breeder up near Rugby? If so I will no doubt be seeing that person at the National show In two weeks so could bring them down for you if it helps? I am often in MK it's only down the road from me Oh wow, that's so kind of you! That would be wonderful! Yes, it's Anne She did say she's going to a Show tomorrow in Hemel but she isn't coming my way Chicken show in Hemel where and when any ideas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Tomorrow, most shows are 9:30 ish to 3 ish The Community Centre Rose Avenue Hazlemere High Wycombe Bucks HP15 7UB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackian Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Oh please don't tell me it is in Hazlemere High Wycombe...5 miles from me I have no room for more than 3 in my garden and am tempted...but no ...The only way i will get more is a chicken of fate ..Can someone drop me one over the fence from Hazlemere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 its ok its a show not a sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheeky Chooky Posted November 5, 2011 Author Share Posted November 5, 2011 Thats fine, I will message you on here nearer the time to arrange to drop them down to you soon after Thank you so much! ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooh you are gonna get them soooooooon so excited for you xx Thanks I'm pretty excited myself now! Yay!You've got time to get the extras and get your lovely chickens. Look forward to hearing more when they're with you All the other bits I need have now been ordered from Omlet's Online Shop Here is Eddie, wondering where the girls are? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chestnutmare Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 Redwing, that's very kind of you. This forum is a good un. Okay, next year I want a pekin, frizzle, maybe a silkie and up for a pretty bantam too. Okay, you got that now Redwing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
