show-chicken-breeds
Breed Profile: Russian Orloff Chicken
The Russian Orloff chicken is a hardy dual-purpose breed of Russian heritage chicken developed in the 18th century for beauty and utility. Once mature, they are extremely cold-tolerant.
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Keeping Show Chickens Healthy
Show chickens are hugely entertaining. Fun, as they may be, keeping and exhibiting show chicken breeds can be more involved than keeping run-of-the-mill egg layers.
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Showing Poultry 101
Picking show chicken breeds for your first foray into the world of fancy poultry can be as daunting as trying to understand genetics. But with a few simple pointers, you can be on your way to success.
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How to Breed Chickens for Show and Fun
How do you breed chickens? Chickens will do that all on their own, but for those of us who want a little creative control over the process, there are more technicalities to consider.
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Picking Show Chicken Breeds For Beginners
I suggest picking a general body type, going to a good-sized poultry show and seeing what piques your interest in the for sale cages. Being flexible is key, especially for your first time out.
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It’s Show Time! Picking the Best Show Chickens
Learn how to select a chicken breed for a show and how to prep your chicken for a show.
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Ask the Expert — December 2018/January 2019
Add to Favorites Washing Eggs Before Boiling How do you handle eggs if you want to hard boil them? I usually wash in 90 degree water and put them in …
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