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3 Common Chickens that Have Feathered Feet

Do You Think Chicken Feet Are Creepy?

You’re not alone, lots of people don’t like chicken feet! But what if they were covered in feathers? Here are a few breeds that you might like because they wear fuzzy slippers.

Brahma
Cochin
Silkie

Brahma – This breed is known for its large size, gentle disposition & feathered feet.
Eggs: About 200 per year.
Size: Standard: 8lbs. | Bantam: 34 oz.
Cochin – Known for their docile personalities & large size & big fluffy feet.
Eggs: 2-3 eggs per week medium brown or tinted.
Size: 8-8.5 lbs. | Bantam: Just under 2 lbs.
Silkie – Has fluffy feathers all over its body, including on its feet & toes.
Eggs: On average, about 120 small, cream-colored eggs per year.
Size: 2-3 lbs.

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About the Brakel

The Brakel’s history dates back to 1416. They were developed in the Flanders region spanning northern France, Belgium, and Holland. These birds were a staple on small farms in the area and were bred as a dual-purpose breed with excellent egg production and good table quality. Hens lay about 180 – 200 eggs per year, which are quite large relative to their medium body size.
Brakels are a hardy and active breed. They are good fliers, alert for predators, and excellent foragers. This makes them well-adapted for free-ranging flocks.
After both World Wars, the Brakel population declined drastically. In the 1960s, the breed was all but extinct. In 1971, recovery efforts began. The only remaining birds were 2 hens, 2 roosters, and a dozen eggs. Remarkably from this small group, the breed was revived!

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Salmon Faverolle All You Need To Know

by The Happy Chicken Coop

Salmon Faverolles originated in a small village in France called Faverolles. Their genetic composition is believed to be a mix of Houdan, Brahma, French Rennes, Flemish cuckoo, Malines, and Dorking.
It is entirely possible that other breeds were used too, we will never know for sure since no records exist of the creation of this breed. Read Article

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