One of the most ancient five toed birds in history is reputed to have arrived in England with the Romans around forty AD. Many people disagree with this bit of history by pointing out that this bird is nowhere to be found in Italy. How they arrived is not as important as their history once in England. This breed was specially cultivated for its excellent table value and the flavor of its meat. Now, you can find silver gray Dorking chickens for sale in most countries around the world.
Named for the city they were cultivated in the Dorking chicken was kept in the one area of production by prohibiting the sale of live birds for centuries. This action by the city guaranteed that the purity of the lines as well as the profitability of the market would remain secure.
These are large sturdy birds that feature thick box shaped breasts and large meaty thighs, legs and wings. The roosters can be as large as nine or ten pounds at maturity and hens weigh slightly less. The meat from this bird is tender, delicately flavored and has excellent flavoring when roasted.
These birds are not aggressive by nature but a rooster will protect his flock from danger. They are good foragers and generally stay close to home. They do very well in small farms with pasture settings for their foraging and prefer to sleep in the trees at night rather than the coop. Many owners use them as a way to make their livestock more attractive or exhibit them in competitions at shows or fairs.
The hens are excellent layers but have a tendency to lay numerous eggs and sit to brood them. They are good mothers and tend their chicks as well as willingly adopting chicks from other breeds. Hens are not colored as flamboyantly as roosters although the colors are very similar.
The number of breeding chickens in this type of bird is very low. At under six thousand birds they are considered a rare or threatened bird. In order for them to regain a healthy population in this country new ranches for breeding are constantly being sought. Anyone who would like to raise a few of them can purchase day old chicks, fertilized eggs, pullets or mature birds from ranches that offer them for sale. In addition to eggs and meat they make beautiful and effective show birds.
If purchasing dressed birds for the table you may want to purchase them in multiple numbers and freeze them for future use. Freezing them preserves the original flavor and texture of your meat. An online search may help you to find distributors in your area but many ranchers will ship the birds to you frozen if you choose.
Whether you want these birds for show, egg production or for the table you will find a wide variety of farms and ranches that can satisfy your needs. They are beautiful to observe and show as well as very cost effective when used for egg production or dressed for the table at dinner time.
Named for the city they were cultivated in the Dorking chicken was kept in the one area of production by prohibiting the sale of live birds for centuries. This action by the city guaranteed that the purity of the lines as well as the profitability of the market would remain secure.
These are large sturdy birds that feature thick box shaped breasts and large meaty thighs, legs and wings. The roosters can be as large as nine or ten pounds at maturity and hens weigh slightly less. The meat from this bird is tender, delicately flavored and has excellent flavoring when roasted.
These birds are not aggressive by nature but a rooster will protect his flock from danger. They are good foragers and generally stay close to home. They do very well in small farms with pasture settings for their foraging and prefer to sleep in the trees at night rather than the coop. Many owners use them as a way to make their livestock more attractive or exhibit them in competitions at shows or fairs.
The hens are excellent layers but have a tendency to lay numerous eggs and sit to brood them. They are good mothers and tend their chicks as well as willingly adopting chicks from other breeds. Hens are not colored as flamboyantly as roosters although the colors are very similar.
The number of breeding chickens in this type of bird is very low. At under six thousand birds they are considered a rare or threatened bird. In order for them to regain a healthy population in this country new ranches for breeding are constantly being sought. Anyone who would like to raise a few of them can purchase day old chicks, fertilized eggs, pullets or mature birds from ranches that offer them for sale. In addition to eggs and meat they make beautiful and effective show birds.
If purchasing dressed birds for the table you may want to purchase them in multiple numbers and freeze them for future use. Freezing them preserves the original flavor and texture of your meat. An online search may help you to find distributors in your area but many ranchers will ship the birds to you frozen if you choose.
Whether you want these birds for show, egg production or for the table you will find a wide variety of farms and ranches that can satisfy your needs. They are beautiful to observe and show as well as very cost effective when used for egg production or dressed for the table at dinner time.
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