Welsummer
The Welsummer is a medium-sized chicken breed known for its beautiful plumage and excellent egg-laying ability. Originating in the Netherlands, Welsummers are particularly prized for their ability to lay large, dark brown eggs, often with a unique speckled appearance.
Key Features:
Appearance: Welsummers have rich, reddish-brown or golden feathers with a glossy sheen, often highlighted with darker markings. Their bodies are well-proportioned and robust, with a calm and dignified posture. They have a medium-sized, sturdy frame and a single comb.
Size: Welsummer hens typically weigh around 5-6 lbs, while roosters weigh around 6-7 lbs. They are a solid, medium-sized breed with good proportions.
Egg Production: One of the main attractions of the Welsummer is its ability to lay large, dark brown eggs, often with a speckled or mottled appearance. They typically lay about 180-250 eggs per year, making them reliable layers.
Temperament: Welsummers are friendly and calm, though they can be a bit more independent and less docile than some other breeds. They are good foragers and enjoy free-ranging, making them a great choice for backyard flocks that allow their chickens to roam.
Hardiness: Welsummers are hardy birds that do well in a variety of climates. They are relatively low-maintenance and can thrive in both warm and cooler weather with proper shelter.
Summary:
The Welsummer is a beautiful and productive chicken breed known for its large, dark brown, often speckled eggs. With a friendly yet independent temperament, they make a great addition to backyard flocks, offering both ornamental value and excellent egg production.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
There is a minimum requirement of 3 PER BREED on females. No minimum requirement on males only. This applies to local pick up orders that are pre-ordered.
SHIPPING POLICY
Orders are shipping February 5th through October 29th every Monday and Wednesday (excluding holidays). We will do everything we can to get your chicks scheduled based on your preferred ship month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will arrive during that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is reserved. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page. Please read through our Guarantee and Policies for more information.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders made for local pickup will be available for pickup Friday & Saturday the week your order is scheduled. We will do everything we can to get your birds scheduled for pickup based on your preferred month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will be available at that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is scheduled. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page.
Orders must be picked up the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up will not be rescheduled and will be considered abandoned. We do not offer refunds on abandoned orders. This applies to orders that are shorted (not all breeds hatched out as expected). On orders that are shorted, remaining chicks on order will need to be picked up as scheduled.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
