Crazy about Bantam Chickens
“As a hazel-nut is to a walnut, a Brussels sprout to a cabbage, an Austin to a Cadillac – so is a Bantam to a regular chicken,” writes Eva Le Gallienne in Flossie and Bossie,her 1949 novel about two bantam…
Bantams are Mini-Chickens
Bantams are mini-chickens, miniature versions of large fowl. They are separate breeds from their larger cousins. They are just like full-size chickens, but only one-fifth to one-quarter the size. “They are easier to handle and lay beautifully,” said Doris Robinson, director…
Old English Games: A chicken breed across history
Think of the iconic barnyard rooster: brightly colored, standing tall and alert, curved tail flowing behind him. That’s the Old English Game. They, and other related European gamefowl, are among the oldest Western chicken breeds. They share the distinction with…
History of the Cochin Chicken Breed
Cochin Chickens arrived in England from China in the 19th century and have been a sensation ever since. Their soft, fluffy feathers, covering them down to the feet and beyond, are irresistible. Here at Purely Poultry we offer Hatchery Choice,…
The Dubbing Debate: Should You Dub Game Birds for Exhibition?
People are usually ready to share their opinions, whether asked or not. Well, when the topic is the dubbing of game birds for exhibition, people have strong opinions! What Is Dubbing? Dubbing is the practice of cutting off the comb,…
