Hi. I live in a small city next to a farm and two houses. We are thinking about getting some chickens. Does anyone know if there are chickens that are just "quieter" than others. Or any other small animals that would be good to get. (no horses or cows; as it states in the house contract) And, does anyone have or know anything about miniature donkeys? If so reply.
~THANKS~
2006-11-30 13:08:49 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
To Cara S. I already have a cat and my sister is deadly allergic to dogs, and no, she is not allergic to chickens, horses, goats, etc. but thanks for your help.
2006-12-03 09:39:58 · update #1
The calmest/ quietest chickens I've ever had were Buff Orphingtons. I even had a Buff Orphington rooster that never attacked me and let me pick him up. They don't seem to have much character, though. The Barred Rocks always seemed more inquisitive. The youngest ones I have are a mix of Rhode Island Red and something else-- I can't remember right now. They're golden color, and just started laying. They've all been laying an egg a day, too. As others have suggested, you might try Rhode Island Reds. I had some a long time ago, and remember that they were decent, except the rooster. I had to do away with him before he could do away with me.
Also, I don't like to just offer a weak shelter for my chickens at night and let them run around. I've had too much experience with raccoons breaking in and killing them, and as soon as a neighbor's dog breaks loose, you're going to find feather piles without chickens. I lost my duck to a neighbor dog, and I had him in a pen. Instead, I seal them in at night. In the day, I let them run around a fenced part of the yard. If you fence two areas, you can let them eat all the grass in one while it grows back in the other!
2006-12-02 16:27:16 · answer #1 · answered by Roald Ellsworth 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you want chickens for eggs, you don't need to worry much about noise level. Roosters are the noisey ones, and if you have neighbors near by, you don't want to anger them with a lot of noise. Don't need a rooster to get eggs. Chickens can be very easy if you plan to allow them to free range and provide some housing for nights. A shed with enough room for you to stand in and a few perches will work just fine. An electricity source is very handy if you have cold weather, you can put in a heat lamp to provide enough warmth. Any kind of chicken will lay eggs, but the white ones (Leghorns) are very hearty and very productive in the egg laying department. I have 15 chickens right now, 10 of which are "mutts" 2 Rhode Island Reds and 3 Americaunas and they lay just about every day. Good luck with your decision on this.
2006-11-30 13:41:32 · answer #2 · answered by quicksilvergirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Polish Chickens are the best to start with - they are the ones with crested feathers on their heads.
Donkeys are extremely aggressive against canines.. they are often purchased as coyote control and will KILL dogs they dont know.. donkeys are VERY people oriented (friendly) but definately more tricky than horses.. if you have no experience with horses.. dont get a donkey.. donkeys can be noisey
what about sheep or llamas?
what about a miniature horse??? I guess it depends how many acres you have
2006-11-30 13:35:33 · answer #3 · answered by CF_ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look into your "small city" ordinances. Roosters are obnoxious to neighbors, especially if you live close to others. Chickens take LOTS of time/care, since it is a matter of public health (droppings, poop, daily work)...and with all the scare lately of "bird flu"...you can only imagine the nightmare that could ensue if you are not totally attentive to keeping everything clean/etc.
As for miniature donkeys, (or any other pet for that matter) the POOP issue is a big deal. Has to be taken care of, on a daily basis. If you are not prepared to do this, if your ordinance has regulations against it, consider another domestic pet with less problems -- such as a cat or dog. Animal shelters are great places to find such pets.
2006-11-30 13:28:07 · answer #4 · answered by Cara S 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
sorry, you aren't going to like my answer. I truely think the only kind of chicken is a frozen one.... I was attacked as a kid and there for am scarred to death of chickens, esp roosters. What about a pot bellied pig. They are supposed to be good pets. would the minature donkey not fall under the horse catagory for the house contract. i know they are different, but landlords can be funny people
2006-11-30 13:24:33 · answer #5 · answered by tera_duke 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The hens are quieter than the roosters. (I have a shirt that says, "The rooster crows; but the hens deliver the goods.") If you aren't interested in baby chickens (just the eggs or the hens for pets) you don't need a rooster.
Personal note: My favorite chickens are the Silkies, with their black skin and feathered (booted) feet. They are awesome mothers when it comes to setting and raising chicks.
2006-12-02 18:31:18 · answer #6 · answered by TheOldOkie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like Rhode Island Red chickens. They're sweet and lay a LOT of eggs. -Don't even stop in the winter!
I perfer goats over minature donkies. 4/5 donkies have a naughty streak. Just my opinion.
2006-11-30 15:47:25 · answer #7 · answered by hey_its_from_clare 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like Banee (don't know if I spelled that right) chickens! They're small and have really cool feathers on their feet. Or cochens. Both make excellent mothers to chicks as well. That's just my opinion!
2006-12-01 01:07:13 · answer #8 · answered by Bello Stella 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like the Araucanian's. (spelling wrong) they lay green and blue eggs.
2006-11-30 16:52:27 · answer #9 · answered by Gentle Giant Canines 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a little red rooster and he's pretty quiet.
2006-11-30 13:18:23 · answer #10 · answered by Rockford 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋