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    Is this normal behavior??!!

    Out of those breeds I've only kept Australorps (And a different variety of Orpingtons), But they are reportedly fairly friendly breeds. If they're only two months now, I would personally keep trying with them for a bit. But if they don't calm down I'd hesitate to keep any rooster from that...
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    Is this normal behavior??!!

    In my experience it can go either way. I've had incredibly mean and skittish chickens that with enough love and time have become some of my gentlest birds. I've also had batches that have been super mean and aggressive and despite my best efforts have remained that way. Unfortunately I was...
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    Checking-In On Peeps - Post Here To Say Hello!

    I am so excited, and happy to have my birds again. I still have my ducks. But I have a soft spot for chickens. Local, I've got to drive about an hour to get them.
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    Checking-In On Peeps - Post Here To Say Hello!

    Hi, it's been a while. And I was told to check in, so here I am! I took a brief break from chickens over the winter as most of my favourite girls got old (8-12) years and died, and my production flock got beyond their useful age. And life got busy so I didn't replace them. But I have eight...
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    Buff Orpington haters and lovers WAR!!!

    I have a buff Orpington named Daisy too!
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    Buff Orpington haters and lovers WAR!!!

    I don't like the washed out yellow look but the deep gold of a well bred healthy buff Orpington is stunning.
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    New to having chickens.

    :welcome
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    Homing Pigeon questions

    #1 Yes pigeons can be tamed but it can be tricky to get a pet that likes cuddles and petting unless you hand feed them when young. Otherwise they will come near but not too close. #2 If they are currently nesting or have young they will return frequently, but at the very least they will return...
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