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Healthy and Happy Purebreds!!!
Raising High Grade Quality Nigerian Dwarf Goats
Life on the Rancho: Goats
Life on the Rancho: Silkie and Frizzle Adult Chickens
Life on the Rancho with Frizzle (first 6 photos) and Silkie Babies (6)
Life on the Rancho: Rhode Island Red Chickens
About Chiquita's Rancho
About the Chiquita Rancho
I raise and SELL pure breed Nigerian Dwarf goats, Silkie chickens, Silkie Frizzle chickens and Rhode Island Red chickens. I also SELL brown eggs. All our animals get fresh water twice a day and all pens are cleaned regularly by Navajo Farm services who are an independent farm help contractor.
At Chiquita's Rancho, we believe in treating our animals with respect and care, while also being responsible stewards of the land. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest quality products while upholding our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
Nigerian Dwarf Goats
The Nigerian Dwarf goat is an American miniature breed developed for small-scale dairy production and companionship.
Nigerian dwarf goats are miniature dairy goats that originated in West Africa and have a variety of colorful markings.
At Chiquita's Rancho, we raise only high bred, quality goats. My goats come from an excellent line of milkers and the females usually give birth to triplets. I also provide stud services. I feed my goats probiotics, protein, supplements, and high-grade Alfalfa and grass hay for their digestive system.
The pregnant females are massaged every day until they give birth. And believe me they LOVE it!
Some interesting facts about Nigerian dwarf goats are:
- They have a lifespan of about 15 years.
- They have coats that come in various colors, but black or brown are most common.
- They are the only true miniature goat breed of the dairy type and have similar features to other dairy goats, only smaller.
- They do not reach maturity until they are 24 months old.
- They were first registered by the International Dairy Goat Registry in 1981.
Tips for raising Nigerian Dwarf goats include:
- Provide enough room for them to play and roam.
- Use a sturdy enclosure for housing.
- Feed them a balanced diet of hay, pasture, and a small amount of grain or commercial goat feed.
- Ensure they have access to clean water.
- Regularly remove droppings from their living space.
Silkie Chickens
More than just a pretty face, Silkie chickens are fluffy, friendly birds that could be the perfect addition to your backyard flock. Often described as the teddy bears of the chicken world, Silkies are known for their calm temperament, unique appearance, and maternal instincts.
Silkie Chickens
The Silkie (also known as the Silky or Chinese silk chicken) is a breed of chicken named for its atypically fluffy plumage, which is said to feel like silk and satin. The breed has several other unusual qualities, such as black skin and bones, blue earlobes, and five toes on each foot, whereas most chickens have only four. They are often exhibited in poultry shows, and also appear in various colors. In addition to their distinctive physical characteristics, Silkies are well known for their calm and friendly temperament. It is among the most docile of poultry. Hens are also exceptionally broody, and care for their young very well. Although they are fair layers themselves, laying only about three eggs a week, they are commonly used to hatch eggs from other breeds and bird species due to their broody nature. Silkie chickens have been bred to have a wide variety of colors which include but are not limited to: Black, Blue, Buff, Partridge, Splash, White, Lavender, Paint and Porcelain.
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The Frizzle Chicken Breed
The Frizzle chicken breed is recognized for its distinctive curly feathers, making it a unique and sought-after addition to backyard flocks. Frizzles are known for their friendly disposition, making them great pets and educational companions for children.
These chickens have medium-sized bodies and come in various colors, including black, white, buff, or blue. Their most noticeable feature is their curled feathers, which cover their entire bodies, including their wings and tails. Frizzles make excellent foragers and adapt well to various climates, making them a popular choice for hobby farmers and poultry enthusiasts.
In addition to their charming appearance and friendly nature, Frizzles are also prolific layers, producing a respectable amount of small to medium-sized eggs throughout the year. Their unique feathering pattern and docile temperament make them a standout breed in any flock. Whether you are looking to add some diversity to your poultry collection or want a friendly and attractive breed for your backyard, the Frizzle chicken breed is an excellent choice.
Frizzle Chickens as Pets
Frizzle chickens are not just visually stunning but also make charming pets. These friendly birds are often kept for their unique appearance, but they also have a social nature that makes them excellent companions.
“That’s what I’ve been – I say, that’s what I’ve been telling you, boy! I am a chicken!” ― Foghorn Leghorn Copyrighted/Borrowed
Rhode Island Red Chickens
The Rhode Island Red was developed as a dual-purpose breed, to provide both meat and eggs. Since about 1940, it has been selectively bred predominantly for egg-laying qualities, and the modern industrial Rhode Island Red is a layer breed. Rhode Island Reds have been used in the creation of many modern hybrid breed.
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Common Chicken Sayings
It is amazing to me that so many everyday sayings refer to chickens. The following is a list of phrases referencing chickens.
Be chicken- to be afraid
Nest egg – to save a little money each week
Scratching out a living – to earn enough to get by on
Don’t count your chickens before they hatch – don’t plan on something before it actually happens.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket – don’t plan on an outcome before it actually happens.
Chicken feed – small amount of money
Feather your nest – saving for the future
Hen house – large number of females living in the same house
Mother hen – very protective
Madder than a wet hen – very angry
Fussing like an old hen – angry
Scarce as hen’s teeth – extremely hard to find
Chick – a woman
Hen-pecked – nagged
The rooster may crow but the hen delivers the eggs
Rooster games – willing to fight instead of trying to work out a problem
Flew the coop – gone
Up with the chickens – waking early with the sunrise
Walking on eggshells- treading softly where certain people are concerned; trying not to upset someone
Like a chicken with it’s head cut off – running around with no direction
Shake a tail feather – get moving
Strutting’ your stuff – Showing off
Bird brain – senseless
Dumb cluck – senseless
Ruffle your feathers – something annoys you
Chicken hearted – Not brave
No spring chicken – An old person
Hatch an idea – put a plan into motion
Egg on your face – caught in an untruth
Rule the Roost – to be the boss
Pecking order – hierarchy, your rank
Play Chicken – a stand off, who will give first
Brood over it – to worry over a problem
Chicken scratch – poor handwriting
Bad egg – less than honest person; poor moral standards
You have to break eggs to make an omelet – sometimes you need to make a mess to get something done
It’s not what it’s cracked up to be – disillusionment
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