greatgrannyschickens Posted December 10, 2013 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Hello Omlet Forum! I am new and wanted to say hello (was looking for a newbie introduction thread but did not find one...) I am living in Washington, DC in a condo but have just put it on the market and purchased a tiny cottage in MD with a wee back garden. I'm planning for chickens. (And bees...) Ordering chickens from Omlet? I was researching which Eglu model was best for my situation (I think the Eglu Go) and realized that one also can order chickens at the same time. However, when you get to that part of the order screen, it allows one to select the number of chickens (up to four in the case of an Eglu Go), but it does not seem to let one select breed of chicken. Did I miss something? And finally - Montgomery County, MD -- basic research on the County Ordinances related to chicken keeping in Montgomery County, MD reveals a great deal of confusion. Is anyone on here a chicken keeper in that locale? Thanks so much and best to all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted December 10, 2013 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Hello, and welcome to the forum - there is an 'introductions' thread, but you're very welcome to introduce yourself here. Sadly we have a very small proportion of US members, and so although we have a 'Nesting Box US' you may find you get more replies if you post in one of the specific sections such as Chickens or Eglus and Cubes. I can't answer the question about delivery/breeds - Omlet in the UK usually offer two breeds, Gingernut and Pepperpot but I don't know about the US. Chickens are fabulous fun, and you have a lot to look forward to. I'm going to move this thread into the UK Nesting Box, because looking at the US one "Ooops, word censored!"ody has posted in there for quite a while, although it's still open for use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted December 10, 2013 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Hello and welcome from me Chickens are one of the best pets - even if some do go broody. I can't wait to see some pictures of your cottage and chickens when you get them - once you have posted enough times. We all love pics What weather do you have there at the moment ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicester_H Posted December 10, 2013 Share Posted December 10, 2013 Hello & welcome ! There's a "Contact Us" link at the bottom of the US web page - why not email them and ask ? H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatgrannyschickens Posted December 10, 2013 Author Share Posted December 10, 2013 Thank you for welcoming me. My gracious, I did not realize that there is a "Contact Us" link. I will do that! Thank you very much for pointing that out. Both Pepperpots and Gingernuts were on my short-list of desired breeds, so I'm hopeful that they may offer either of those in the US as well. The weather here is snowing! I believe that we were treated to 5 inches this morning. That amount completely shuts Washington, DC down, so it's a day of working in PJs! Cheers to all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 The weather here is snowing! I believe that we were treated to 5 inches this morning. That amount completely shuts Washington, DC down, so it's a day of working in PJs! Cheers to all! Ooo, shall have to check in with my friend who lives in DC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I think you're going to enjoy having chickens!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Welcome to the forum . Five inches of snow already . Hope you manage to get your Eglu and chickens soon - make sure you post some photos, we love to see people's new setups . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gongladosh Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 yep, need to see some photos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Hello *waves frantically from North East England* Cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redbug Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 It is a lovely site. welcome if you have any problems you can always get a answer from an omleteer and a hug if you are feeling down. some very talented crafty, gardeners and cooks on here as well. It's like having a whole new family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peachachecha Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Welcome, I am sure you will find all your questions answered quickly on this site, people are very welcoming and helpful. I was in Michigan but have moved to Dodge City, Kansas and they do not allow chickens. I had a go and just loved it. I have had to sell it and the new owners love it too. I am sure you will enjoy keeping chickens, they make wonderful pets. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplemaniacs Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 Welcome to the forum, as others have said it is a great place for advice. Not only on chicken matters but life. Chickens are great pets, I had both a Gingernut and a Pepperpot from Omlet when I started, they were both friendly but the Gingernut who we called Henny Penny was the friendliest girl I have had and I always say she taught me everything I know about keeping chickens, sadly she did not live as long as some of my other hybrids did. Enjoy your chickens Chrissie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
