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Subject: Large Patridge Cochins


Author:
Bo Garrett
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Date Posted: 14:07:20 01/26/10 Tue
I am searching for a pair or just a male large partridge cochin. I am working on a project and need the color genetics from the partridge for this. My goal was to have birds ready to display at the 2011 Crossroads Show in Indianapolis but if I am unable to aquire some breeding age partridge I fear I may miss this goal. I have made several inquiries to different breeders but to no avail, if anyone has a very nice spare male this would really do the job since all my f2's are pullets.

Many thanks,

Bo Garrett
The Garrett Nest Poultry

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Subject: This can't be normal?


Author:
PollyEster
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Date Posted: 21:51:11 02/03/10 Wed
This is my 1st year with cochin bantams and besides the fact they're super cute, I liked the extra bonus that they had the ability to brood their own nest. Now I have 3 trying to brood empty nests! What in the world triggered their urge to set an empty nest? Is this typical behavior for cochins? Any ideas how to get them to stop until we're ready for them to do their job for real?

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Subject: Master Breeder Points


Author:
Shari McCollough
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Date Posted: 20:15:34 02/04/10 Thu
Just wanted to drop a quick line and let everyone know I'm working diligently on finishing the Master Breeder Points. I will have everything completed and over to Tom with in the next few weeks. Hope all is well Cochin Friends.

Shari McCollough
Master Breeder Points Chair

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Subject: shortened outer toe on feet


Author:
Shylee
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Date Posted: 23:13:20 01/21/10 Thu
Is the heavy feathering gene associated with outer toes being one joint short and without the toenail? I've seen wheaton and black mottled bantam cochins with a shortened toe on each foot. My roo had great foot feathering with this short toe on each foot and almost all his chicks have similar feet now. As body type was more of a goal, I used him anyway for breeding (no other roo at the time) What has been your experience in the shows?

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Subject: How big is too Big?


Author:
TJ
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Date Posted: 17:40:31 01/17/10 Sun
I live and show on the West Coast and the Cochins that I do the best with are larger.(a little over the standard) I guess my question to all the Cochins experts on this site is How big is to big and to the Judges that read this is there a difference between West coast and East coast birds.

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Subject: PPBA California National in Stockton


Author:
Jay
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Date Posted: 17:27:48 01/31/10 Sun
Quick note (and sorry I didn't get all the results), Joe Mazur won Grand Champion of Show on a white hen. We had more than 2,000 birds exhibited. I'll try and track down more info when I can.

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Subject: 2010 Eastern National Results


Author:
Tom Roebuck
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Date Posted: 13:24:57 01/18/10 Mon
Cochins International 2010 Eastern National
2009 ABA National
Northeastern Poultry Congress
West Springfield, MA
January 16-17, 2010

Stats: Total Cochins – 195 (159 Bantams, 36 Large)
Featherleg Class – 242, Asiatic Class – 63

Overall Champion Cochin – White Bantam Pullet by Joe Mazur (this bird went on to be Reserve Bantam of the Show)
Overall Reserve Champion Cochin – Black Bantam Cockerel by Tom & Sandra Roebuck
Champion Large Fowl Cochin – Buff Cockerel by Tom & Sandra Roebuck (this bird went on to be Champion Asiatic)
Reserve Champion Large Fowl Cochin – Buff Cockerel by Bill West


Bantam Results:

Barred (4 ckls)
Cockerels
BV- Roebuck on a Cockerel
RV – Roebuck on 2nd Place Cockerel
3 –John Beauchamp
4 – Beauchamp

Blue (5; 1H, 2K, 2P)
BV – Linda Blackman on a Cockerel
RV – Joe Mazur on a Pullet
H: 1 – Christine Lehman
K: 1 – Blackman, 2- Kathleen Gallagher
P: 1 – Mazur, 2 – Gallagher

White (30; 3C,2H,11K,14P)
BV – Joe Mazur on a Hen
RV - Joe Mazur on a Pullet
C: 1 – Beauchamp, 2 – Donna Lamb, 3 – Bill Sirrine
H: 1 – Mazur, 2 – Beauchamp
K: 1- Roebuck, 2 – Mazur, 3 – Beauchamp, 4 – Lamb, 5 – Jim Photiou
P: 1 – Mazur, 2 – Mazur, 3 – Frank Harris, 4 - Harris, 5 – Harris


Black (55; 6C, 6H, 21K, 19P, 1YT)
BV – Tom & Sandra Roebuck on a Cockerel
RV - Tom & Sandra Roebuck on the 2nd Place Cockerel
C: 1 – Don Stephenson, 2 – Jamie Matts, 3 – Kim Houde, 4 – Dog River Btms, 5 – Dog River Btms
H: 1 – Tom Gagnon, 2 – Mazur, 3 – Dog River Btms, 4 – Roebuck, 5 – Dog River Btms
K: 1 – Roebuck, 2 – Roebuck, 3 – Bill Ziehm, 4 – Sirrine, 5 – Photiou
P: 1 – Ted Schwabrow, 2 – Photiou, 3 – Photiou, 4 – Sirrine, 5 – Photiou
Young Trio: 1 – Ziehm

Buff (23; 1C, 2H, 10K, 10P)
BV – Cockerel by Bob Hawes
RV – Hen by Tom & Sandra Roebuck
C: 1 – Lamb
H: 1- Roebuck, 2 – Don Stephenson
K: 1 – Hawes, 2 – Hawes, 3,4,5 – Roebuck
P: 1 – Hawes, 2 - Hawes, 3 - Roebuck, 4 - Dog River Btms, 5 – Robert Lightfoot

Mottled (18; 1C, 5H, 1K, 8P, 1YT)
BV – Jamie Matts on a Hen
RV – Jamie Matts on a Pullet
C: 1 – Lehman
H: 1,2,3,4,5 – Matts
K: 1 - Thomas Buss
P: 1,2,3,4,5 – Matts
YT: 1 – Gallagher

Partridge (2; 1K; 1P)
BV – John Beauchamp on a Pullet
RV – john Beauchamp on a Cockerel

Splash (1P)
BV - Joe Mazur on a Pullet

Blue Mottled (1P)
BV – Jamie Matts on a Hen

Red (1K)
BV – Shannon Hernandez on a Cockerel

Red Frizzle (1P)
BV – Shannon Hernandez on a Pullet

White Frizzle (1K,1P)
BV – Kathleen Gallagher on a Cockerel
RV – Kathleen Gallagher on a Pullet

Large Fowl Results:

Black (6; 2H, 1K, 3P)
BV – Tom Nelson on a Pullet
RV - Bill West on the 2nd Place Pullet
H: 1 – Matts, 2 – Tammara Bromeckle
K: 1- Merritt Belleisle
P: 1 – Nelson, 2 – West, 3 – West

Buff (2K)
BV – Tom & Sandra Roebuck on a Cockerel
RV – Bill West on the 2nd Place Cockerel

White (4; 2H, 1K, 1P)
BV – Kay St. Amour on a Hen
RV - Kay St. Amour on the 2nd place Hen
H: 1,2 – St. Amour
K: 1- St. Amour
P: 1- St. Amour

Splash (1K)
BV – Tammara Bromeckle on a Cockerel

Blue (4; 2H, 1K, 1P)
BV – Jamie Matts on a Hen
RV – Jamie Matts on the 2nd Place Hen
H: 1,2 – Matts
K: 1 – Lehman
P: 1 – Michael Palmerino

Partridge (13; 2C, 3H, 2K, 6P)
BV – Rich Barczewski on a Pullet
RV - Rich Barczewski on a Hen
C: 1 – Barczewski, 2 – S&S Thibault Poultry
H: 1 – Barczewski, 2 – Thibault, 3 – Jason Page
K: 1 – Barczewski, 2 – Thibault
P: 1,2,3,4 – Barczewski, 5 - Thibault

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Subject: REALLY FUNNY: Cochin entered in photo contest


Author:
ANKE
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Date Posted: 03:32:32 01/26/10 Tue
There is a beautiful Standard Size Silver Laced Cochin hen entered in a San Diego photo contest :

entered under "personalized head rest that makes you breakfast while you drive......" (Currently the photo is on page 3, maybe 4 tomorrow)

Contest Name: 2011 Ford Fiesta Giveaway
Contest URL: http://uniontrib.upickem.net/engine/Welcome.aspx?contestid=12876

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Subject: Are there factors other than genetics that may cause the comb of a rooster to not stay straight?


Author:
Josh M
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Date Posted: 19:15:32 11/29/09 Sun
I am wondering if persons who raise exhibition quality cochins have determined that other factors are involved in keeping the comb straight. For instance, have others seen that sunlight (vitamin D), nutrition, exercise/inactivity or any other factors have played a role in keeping the comb straight on their roosters.

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Subject: Anyone know of a website that they know of where I can buy 1 x 1 vinyl coated welded wire mesh?


Author:
Josh M
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Date Posted: 16:59:43 12/21/09 Mon
Just curious if anyone recommends a website online that I could buy 1" x 1" x 24" wide x 100' long vinyl coated welded wire mesh? I can't seem to find a website that sells this mesh. Thanks in advance for your response.

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Subject: Greenish legs on bantam cochin


Author:
Shylee
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Date Posted: 10:02:55 01/16/10 Sat
Some recently acquired mille fleur cochins have a surprise color on their legs. Its a greenish tint. Checking the standard it says DQ for absence of yellow on the underside of feet. These do have yellow underneath but green on top of foot & up the leg. I have a bad feeling I just learned another life lesson about buying online....

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Subject: bantam partridge cochin


Author:
Kathy Dugan
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Date Posted: 10:45:09 01/18/10 Mon
I'm looking for a couple of bantam partridge cochin pullets. I live in central MA. Does anyone have any for sale?

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Subject: Looking for LF Cochin Breeder in New England


Author:
Jessica
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Date Posted: 15:32:47 01/17/10 Sun
I'm looking for SQ/BQ Cochin's in new england area. Prefer started birds but eggs or chicks would be ok too. Thanks

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Subject: Looking for standard/giant cochins in all colors show quality


Author:
Nicki Farrell
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Date Posted: 12:03:38 12/10/09 Thu
Hi,

Well I am definatley addicted to this breed they are so much fun to raise. And as it is to cold to do much but browse the internet right now I am looking for both eggs, chicks or adult birds. I live outside of Spokane Washington but will travel several hours possibly more for excellent quality live birds but would also love to find some hatching eggs for sale as well. I purchased blue cochins last year and did not actually end up with blue so from what I have read my birds should be recessive for blue. But I am pretty much looking for all colors would also love to know if there are ever any large poultry shows in the pacific northwest area.

Thanks in advance Nicki

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Subject: Using the Internet to save club finances


Author:
Harry Stam
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Date Posted: 14:48:01 01/16/10 Sat
I really enjoy the Cochin newsletter that comes with our membership. It is an excellent source of information and a good way of keeping track of events. My compliments to all who make it possible. I could not help but think that we as a club should look at a restricted access website were the newsletter could be viewed by paying members. This could save a huge amount on mailing costs and those fees could be used to make our club better. I know that not all members have internet access but those who do could help the club out by viewing and/or printing the newsletter on line. I know postal savings to Canada and Internationally would be huge.
Harry

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Subject: Blue mottle


Author:
Chad
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Date Posted: 10:54:51 01/15/10 Fri
I have a blue mottle hen but no blue mottle rooster or black mottle rooster what can I cross on her to get mottle Thanks

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Subject: Northeastern Poultry Congress: Got Standards?


Author:
Dianna Popolizio
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Date Posted: 10:40:23 01/15/10 Fri
Anyone going to NE Poultry Congress this weekend and have Standard / Large Fowl for sale?

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Subject: Mille article in the news letter


Author:
Joshs Bantams
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Date Posted: 08:19:32 01/11/10 Mon
Howdy everyone, I just got my copy of the news letter this week. Thanks for all the effort putting in together.
I was wondering if anyone had more info on the last article about the gentleman that made the Mille Cochins. I was wondering if there was more to it. If so please contact me. I’d really like to here the entire story.
My father had found someone over there around 10+ years ago that had been working hard on them but he can’t remember who it was or where they were located (it’s bad getting old) :o)

Anyway, if any of you have any info on it please let me know. Thanks, www.JoshsBantams.com

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Subject: North Central District Article


Author:
Matt McCammon
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Date Posted: 09:16:04 01/10/10 Sun
I just wanted to take this opportunity to apologize to the North Central district members for the absence of an article in the recent newsletter. I sent an article, along with the membership update and Fred Abbitt's information, but it did not find its way into the newsletter. Perhaps it was lost in cyberspace. Maybe you can only have 2 articles by the same author in the newsletter! HA! Anyway...I had listed several wins and details from some of the bigger shows in the district. Maybe we can share them next time. Best of luck in your local shows. Matt

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Subject: Thanks To Club Members


Author:
Joan Fullerton
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Date Posted: 16:40:40 01/09/10 Sat
I just received the Winter 2009 Cochins International Newletter. I just want to say thanks to all the members who contributed to that letter. I enjoyed all the articles, full of information and news. Hope you all do well in Springfield, MA next week - wish I could be there. Maybe next year!!!

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Subject: Bantams for sale


Author:
Matt McCammon
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Date Posted: 16:50:55 08/28/09 Fri
I will have bantam cochins available in several colors this fall. I will have brown reds and lots of extra females. They have shaped up nicely this year, and I have culled very hard from about 200 hatched. I will have a few blues, partridge, mottled, barred, and buff columbian, mostly in pairs. These will all be ready around late October. I can ship when weather permits. I will take orders now and reserve for shipment later. Priced according to quality, but know that if they are still in my coop in November they are shaping up nicely. Thanks!

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Subject: NORTHEASTERN POULTRY Congress


Author:
Ray
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Date Posted: 17:56:32 11/20/09 Fri
I am planning on attending the Poultry Congress in Jan.I have never been to a large show and was wondering if there is anyone that has attended that knows if they have a sale or auction? Or is their anyone that is going that may have some blacks,blues or mottled bantam cochins for sale? Thanks

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Subject: Passing of a Poultry Fancier


Author:
Diana Delaney
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Date Posted: 10:22:46 01/08/10 Fri
We lost Kelly Fox from Kentucky. He was a breeder primarily of Japs and D'Anvers. He was an extraordinary gentleman and was passionate for all animals, particularily his dogs, housebirds and chickens. I will sure miss his friendly, smiling face at the shows!

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Subject: Mille Fluer Cochins


Author:
DANNY
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Date Posted: 21:51:24 03/19/09 Thu
HELLO
I AM LOOKING FOR SOME MILLE FLUER COCHINS. ADULTS, CHICKS OR MAYBE EGGS. I AM ALSO LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON DEVELOPING THE MILLE COLOR. ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED.
THANKS
DANNY

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Subject: Looking for Mottled Bantam Cochins


Author:
Kristen
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Date Posted: 21:29:22 01/03/10 Sun
Hi there...I am looking for one or two nicely typed mottled cochin pullets. Located in FL, so shipping on my end isn't a problem, for the most part.

Thanks!

Kristen

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Subject: Barred Cochins


Author:
Diana Delaney
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Date Posted: 11:06:53 01/02/10 Sat
I have multiple pairs of nice barred 2009 cochins for sale. I have placed Champion Featherleg with a barred cochin male. He is the main breeder for all the pairs being sold. Email me at dld7557@aol.com for further questions or pictures.

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Subject: Canadians check in here , shippers to Canada check in here


Author:
Dee
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Date Posted: 11:56:02 12/29/09 Tue
If you are in Canada or *ship* to Canada would you mind responding to this message? If you list a location and type of bird you have we may be able to get a list of Canadian suppliers together.

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Subject: breeding question


Author:
Matt A NC
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Date Posted: 20:04:06 12/25/09 Fri
I have 2 extremely nice Black bantam hens(gantt line). I now have a young Mottled bantam Cockerel(unknown line for now) that is coming along nicely.

If he ends up worth breeding I am curious what I would get from the mating. The ladies are currently freeranging with my Dutch flock, so I have never hatched from them. They will be 3 years old in 2010, so I don't expect alot of eggs from the sisters.

So a Mottled Cockerel over Black hens = ?
(1st gen), (2nd gen), etc

I think I know some of it, but would like to hear from breeders with some actual experience.

Thanks,
Matt
Morganton, NC

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Subject: Ontario


Author:
Dee
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Date Posted: 19:40:57 12/23/09 Wed
Anyone in Ontario with a couple of cochin bantam pullets/hens for sale?

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Subject: Looking for Standard Cochins for sale in Kentucky


Author:
Tiffany Kennedy
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Date Posted: 18:34:08 12/22/09 Tue
I am looking for standard cochins for sale in kentucky. I would like white, buff, red and silver laced. Can be eggs, chicks, or adults.

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Subject: Embroidery (COJ217615)


Author:
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Date Posted: 07:12:05 12/21/09 Mon
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Subject: University of Technology (COJ217126)


Author:
Aamir
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Date Posted: 10:18:16 12/19/09 Sat
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Subject: Embroidery (COJ217605)


Author:
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Date Posted: 09:55:58 12/18/09 Fri
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Subject: Rich Barczewski


Author:
Richard
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Date Posted: 21:09:51 12/12/09 Sat
Hi Rich,

I am trying to contact you about the NE Poultry Congress and the only e-mail address I have is getting returned. Would you mind contacting me at nepenthesnut(at)yahoo.com at your earliest convenience?

Thanks,
Richard

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Subject: Westfield Fashion (COJ217033)


Author:
Abid
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Date Posted: 07:02:03 12/11/09 Fri
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Subject: Westfield Fashion (COJ217033)


Author:
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Date Posted: 07:08:32 12/10/09 Thu
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Subject: Embroidery (COJ217219)


Author:
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Date Posted: 15:48:22 12/07/09 Mon
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Subject: Vulture hocks


Author:
Jasper Edwards
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Date Posted: 20:27:11 11/29/09 Sun
Are Standard Cochins supposed to have vulture hocks?
I have a pair of Standard Blue Cochins that look like they have vulture hocks.

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Subject: Embroidery (COJ216905)


Author:
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Date Posted: 16:22:05 12/05/09 Sat
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Subject: Genetics book


Author:
Becky
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Date Posted: 21:22:28 11/15/09 Sun
I am a beginner and was looking for a "color genetics, for idiots" type book.

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Subject: What do you get when...


Author:
Russ
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Date Posted: 14:56:00 09/09/09 Wed
Hi Guys,

I guess the old adage was right, "Don't put all your eggs in one basket". Last night a pack of skunks got into my bantam partridge cochin pen and killed everything except two hens.

I was wondering what the outcome of a Black cochin male on a partridge cochin female would be? My guess is the F1 group would all be black. When I back cross the F1's to the partridge hens should I get some partridge offspring?

Thanks for your input, Russ

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Subject: Standard Cochins


Author:
jackie Justice
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Date Posted: 19:38:41 10/25/09 Sun
My daughter had some standard blue cochins she use to show as a junior. we had family sickness and had to get rid of them. I would like to find some good stand cochins and also would like to find some bantam birchen and columbians. If any one knows where I can find some she is wanting to do her senior project on them.

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Subject: Blue Laced Red Cochin


Author:
Shari
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Date Posted: 19:07:57 11/23/09 Mon
Just curious what it would take to create this beautiful color in a cochin. What varieties would it take to start a project like this. Any information would be great.

Thanks!
Shari

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Subject: Conditioning Cochins for show


Author:
Josh
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Date Posted: 10:20:22 11/14/09 Sat
Hello all, I’m trying to find some information about conditioning Cochins for show. I’ve been showing Silkies and know what is involved with them but I’m new to showing “normal” feathered birds so I’m not sure what is necessary for bathing and prepping. I plan on showing in our local spring show so I want to get a good start on things now. Thanks for your help.

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Subject: Ohio National Results


Author:
Matt McCammon
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Date Posted: 19:57:22 11/18/09 Wed
I have had some members request the results of the Ohio National show in Columbus be posted so they can see what occurred. Bob Carrothers judged the cochin bantams. There were 160 cochin bantams shown. The results are as follows:
Blacks (70) BV Maxie/Cindy Chastain Pullet
RV Bill Ziehm Cockerel
Whites (41) BV Maxie/Cindy Chastain Hen
RV Greg/Christy Michael Pullet
Buff (7) BV Tom Roebuck Pullet
RV Don Stephenson Pullet
Blue (16) BV Matt McCammon Hen
RV Matt McCammon Pullet
Mottled (6) BV Matt McCammon Cockerel
RV Mandy Malin Hen
Splash (3) BV Shari McCollough Pullet
RV Shari McCollough Pullet
Partridge (5)BV Bill Riebold Pullet
RV Bill Riebold Cockerel
Barred (11) BV Tom Roebuck Cock
RV Tom Roebuck Cock
Red (1) BV Non member Pullet

BB was the black pullet by Maxie Chastain. She was also Champion Featherleg and Reserve Bantam I believe. RB was the black cockerel by Bill Ziehm. Best AOV cochin was the mottled cockerel shown by Matt McCammon.

In large Fowl the results are as follows:
Black (6) BV William West Reserve Asiatic
RV William West
White (5)BV Kay St. Amour Hen
RV Tom Roebuck Pullet
Buff (10) BV William West Pullet
RV William West Cockerel

The buffs were absolutely amazing birds. I had never seen buffs with such quality of color and type. A nice group of large fowl was shown by all exhibitors.

It was very enjoyable sharing the aisle with all the cochin breeders and those showing. Thanks for the comraderie and the fun times!

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Subject: Breeder's Directory


Author:
Matt A NC
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Date Posted: 21:51:08 11/19/09 Thu
Did the Breeder/Member's directory ever get sent out?

If so I never got one for this year.

Matt

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Subject: Advertise at COJ Network (DOJ215012)


Author:
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Date Posted: 12:51:18 11/19/09 Thu
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Subject: Trying to locate Partridge bantams


Author:
mandy
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Date Posted: 19:38:31 11/17/09 Tue
I have a friend that is on a search for partridge bantam cochins that are show quality with nice cushions. If you have or know of anyone with any please email me info and I will pass it on to her.
Thanks

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Subject: Looking In Michigan


Author:
Jackie Carpenter
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Date Posted: 14:58:11 08/28/09 Fri
We are looking for show quality black, buff, blue, and/or partridge cochins in standard and bantam in Michigan. We would be willing to hatch out eggs or buy chicks or mature stock. We are looking for the stout body type with a well-developed cushion. We will be attending the MBGBA swaps and the show in Frankenmuth, MI.

Jackie Carpenter
rjekmc@gmail.com

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Subject: Rodent Control


Author:
Suzanne Muma
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Date Posted: 17:03:48 11/17/09 Tue
For some reason, it seems that I have a lot more mice this year than I have had in years past. I haven't had to do any major "control," with the exception of repeating baitless traps, in many years. This year, for some reason, I just can't keep up.

Does anyone have any remedies for this problem that don't include chemicals/baits/poisons? I have heard different things about "secondary" poisoning of birds and other animlas who eat the nice after they have eaten the bait. Some say that other animals won't be affected because the amount of poison in a dead/dying rodent is negligible, and others say that even a larger breed dog could be killed by secondary poisoning. I don't know what to believe.

If there is anyone who has any experiernce with this problem, I would like any information that any of you could give me.

Thank you.

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Subject: Tom ? SB


Author:
Linda
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Date Posted: 03:10:41 10/26/09 Mon
Tom how is your Self blue cochin project coming along i am still very interested in them did you get SB out of the f2s?

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Subject: Is my cochin chick a girl or a boy?


Author:
Celeste
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Date Posted: 22:53:50 09/29/09 Tue
I have a standard cochin chick who was sold to me as a splash pullet. He said she was almost 5 weeks old when I got her, making her about 9 weeks old now. Personally, I think she is younger than that because I also got a Wyandotte and Orpington at the same time and they are much larger than her. And she is turning out to be blue, not splash, but that is fine.

Any tips on how to verify her sex? She has very, very little comb with no coloring in it. She came with fully feathered wings and legs, but the rest of her was down. Now she is getting feathers on her neck and head and her back. I wish I could post a pic.

Thanks for any help. I really hope she is a she, otherwise we will have to give her away and my daughter will be heartbroken.

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Subject: Do Cochin's have to perch when roosting?


Author:
Jo T
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Date Posted: 15:04:20 04/25/09 Sat
I am quite new to this poultry lark but have three fabulous cochins who are great fun and very friendly. Unfortunately two have got mild bumblefoot - which we are treating as per the vets instructions. However someone has mentioned that the reason they have got it is because they don't perch at night when roosting?? They happily use their coop to roost but don't ever want to use the perch in there. They can physically get on it (it's about 6 inches off floor) and if put on it they will stay there but left to their own devices the sleep on the coop floor. Does this sound like normal behaviour for a cochin?

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Subject: Cochin Nationals


Author:
Pam H.
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Date Posted: 21:25:24 11/10/09 Tue
WOW!! what a great showing of cochins we had. I saw some of the most beautiful cochins I have ever seen. I am guessing the total of all the cochins was over 220!

It was great to meet many of my fellow cochin exhibitors,
A great time was had by all!

I would like to thank Shannon Ahlman, Barb&Gerald Church, Ken&Bernita Miller and Debbie Carlson and everybody who was involved in making it such a great cochin national.

Hope to see you all again in the future.

Cochins rule!

Pam Hamilton

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Subject: Ohio Nationals anyone?


Author:
Angela
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Date Posted: 23:07:33 11/12/09 Thu
Hello everyone!
Is anyone going to the Ohio Nationals this weekend?
And if so are you showing birds? selling birds? if so what kind do you have for sale or available?
I would like to find some mottled chicks, maybe some more buff columbians, and possibly some white columbians.
I hope everyone has a great time if they go and best of luck to all!!
Take care,
Angela

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Subject: Cochins in Wisconsin


Author:
justin earll
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Date Posted: 18:16:54 11/11/09 Wed
I am looking for some show quality black or blue cochin bantams. Preferably in or near wisconsin

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Subject: Advertise at COJ Network (COJ216170)


Author:
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Date Posted: 09:30:32 11/09/09 Mon
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Subject: 5 month old bantam black frizzle cochin roo


Author:
holly
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Date Posted: 03:52:20 11/07/09 Sat
$30
show quality
gorgeous black frizzle cochin roo
5 months old
very quiet and kid friendly
has a distinguishing golden mane

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Subject: 4 month old mille fleur bantam cochin roo


Author:
holly
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Date Posted: 03:48:29 11/07/09 Sat
$20
4 month old bantam millie cochin for sale. very handsome coloring
nicely feathered feat
albany oregon

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Subject: Looking for Lemon Blue Bantam Breeders


Author:
Gail Carlson
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Date Posted: 15:24:32 10/16/09 Fri
It is my understanding that Lemon Blue is a recognized color variety in Bantams, but I'm really having trouble tracking down any breeders. I'm seeing a lot of "Project Lemon Blue" birds, which I'm not quite sure I understand why if the color is already recognized. Is the color headed toward extinction? If you know of any breeders of true Lemon Blues, please let me know - I'm Googled out!! Thanx so much!

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Subject: Silver laced cochin large fowl


Author:
Kevin Chambers
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Date Posted: 09:15:39 11/02/09 Mon
Does anyone have some large fowl silver laced for sale? I will be attending the Columbus Ohio show. You can contact me at ZooARC@att.net. I'm located in Indiana

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Subject: Batum Cochins


Author:
Colleen
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Date Posted: 20:16:36 11/01/09 Sun
We are looking for two cochin bantam hens. Any color but Partridge or White. Will anyone be selling any at the January American Bantam Association National Meet in West Springfield Mass in January? Or have any for sale near CT.
Thanks

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Subject: Wanted Mottled Bantam Cochin Rooster


Author:
Murray Walton
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Date Posted: 12:42:37 10/31/09 Sat
Wanting to buy 1 mottled (black & white) bantam cochin rooster within 150 miles of Austin, TX. Please reply to murray.walton@gmail.com. Thanks.

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Subject: Black Cochin Bantam Hen turning Barred


Author:
Billy
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Date Posted: 12:19:59 10/29/09 Thu
I have a Black Cochin Bantam Hen turning to Barred, She was Solid Black last year, But this year she is molting in Barred her feet feathers are barred wing feathers barred some Barring showing on her Neck and breast,You lift up the back feathers they show Barring, But she still look Black just to look at her, My Question is If i breed her to a Black cock will she throw Barring or will they be Black, Not really interested in Barring, thanks for you time.
Billy

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Subject: PAIR TOCO TOUCAN BIRDS FOR SALE


Author:
annie
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Date Posted: 10:17:11 10/28/09 Wed
we have handfed male and female toco toucan birds avalable for sale DNA tested birds comes with a cage and vet checked record,their medical record are current upto date,hatchling certificate dna sex cerificates travel cage we also have fertile eggs contact us for more details

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Subject: Standard Cochin


Author:
Jackie Justice
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Date Posted: 20:06:55 10/25/09 Sun
I would like to find some of the other standard cochins if any one knows where to find them.

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Subject: mottled bantem cochins


Author:
A.V. Ranch
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Date Posted: 23:07:35 10/24/09 Sat
What is the pattern suppose to look like on a mottled? It seems there are variations on the internet. I have a few I want to show next year but not sure if they are show quality. Any info is much appreciated!!
Carole

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Subject: WTB - Blue Cochin Rooster


Author:
Tammy Friedrich
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Date Posted: 21:05:53 09/13/09 Sun
I'm looking for a standard Blue Cochin Rooster, prefer about 1-2 yrs of age, in the Indiana area. I'm an hour north of Louisville and an hour south of Indianapolis. Willing to travel to either for the right roo.

Please send pic's, location and asking price.

Thanks.

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Subject: Buff Cochin, Standard, breeder, N.W. United States desired


Author:
Jocelyn R.
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Date Posted: 23:32:04 10/05/09 Mon
NEED INFO ON BUFF COCHIN, STANDARDS, BREEDER. i HAAVE A BUFF COCHIN, STANDARD ROOSTER, WOULD LIKE TO HAVE A BUFF COCHIN HEN OR PULLET TO PAIR WITH HIM. DESIRE TO HAVE CHICKS BY THEM THIS COMING SPRING (2010). LIVE IN OREGON, DESERT AREA. THANK YOU!

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Subject: The Value of an ABA Membership


Author:
Matt Lhamon
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Date Posted: 22:29:24 10/08/09 Thu
So what do you get when you join the ABA?
The Following response is from our hardworking, passionate Secretary-Karen Unrath

Dear Prospective ABA Member,

Included in the $20 per year membership ($50 for 3 years -- $250 lifetime)

Annual Yearbook (350-400 pp full of reference material) – show results – annual club business – lots of contact information in ads – educational articles

4 newsletters per year

Postings in the database of wins (if you show and win) and cumulative awards program participation

Up to date news on offerings such as merchandise – Bantam Standard – other educational materials

Our licensed judges actively participate in continuing educational programs

We work cooperatively with the APA/ABA Youth program to generate youth interest in our hobby with the ultimate goal of keeping new young members coming in, and staying with this great hobby.

The feeling of cooperation with other bantam breeders for the purpose of promoting bantam poultry. There is no better feeling than meeting someone in the showhall with an ABA logo on his shirt and sharing information on bantams . These members become lifelong hobby partners and the understanding that we are working together for the betterment of the club is enough to make you understand that we are in the same boat with the same goal and of course some differences along the way, and we all learn from each other.

All these things simply require resources and this is where you can help. By being an ABA member, you are a supporter and believe in the promotion of bantam poultry and the cooperation between breeders that we strive to achieve.

DID you know
The ABA publishes the Bantam Standard and licenses ABA Poultry Judges. We sanction hundreds of shows per year including many fairs. Our Officers, committee heads,, and board of directors are all volunteers who meet twice a year and probably weekly on email to discuss the course of action the ABA as an organization will take.

Your question is one that I get often and quite honestly I am always at a loss of words to explain( although is looks like I made up this time)– because with me – it is part of life – not only because I am the secretary (yes paid a salary – but no commission and rather nominal I might add) – but because the ABA in my opinion is the best $20 investment in the poultry world. It is a way to stay connected to your fellow hobbyists. The yearbook – again and again – is worth the price of membership and when you sit and read it (takes awhile) you will understand that the ABA actively reviews, maintains, and improves its awards programs on a regular basis (within the budget of course and we understand how tight things are for the fellow poultry breeders)

I told one person this: When you sell birds – you may get $5 apiece - $10 a piece – or $50-100 a piece – the difference being quality. Well – who sets the measurement of the quality – some say – the male has a better tail -----says who? The Standard or sometimes the judge? Well – the Standard is either published by the APA or ABA and the judges are most likely licensed that way too. Without these organizations, there is no way to organize the qualifications of a breed or provide quality judging programs for the people who will judge them. Most buyers learn quality in the showroom and they will probably talk or learn some valuable information from an ABA judge at some point in their information gathering stage.

These are some of the reasons that we need the ABA . The ABA is non-profit and vulnerable to this economy as well. We need to continue to attract new hobbyists. I strongly believe that the ABA members are for the most part happy members who want to renew and want to support their ABA. And most of all – they believe in continuing the ABA tradition that was established in 1914. Wow – we have been around for awhile and have every intention of being there for our members in the future.

Whew---------so yes – I am passionate about the ABA and believe EVERYONE should be a member. We can only provide improvements with the help of our members and that means you and your poultry friends – so please consider joining and I guarantee you will not be disappointed.



Karen Unrath
American Bantam Association
Secretary/Treasurer
PO Box 127
Augusta, NJ 07822
Fax/Phone: 973-383-8633
Fancybantams@embarqmail.com
www.bantamclub.com

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Subject: WTB LF Partridge Cochins


Author:
Cher Fuller
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Date Posted: 10:52:07 10/05/09 Mon
Seeking LF Partridge Cochin eggs over winter is fine, or place me on your list for spring. In TN area willing to drive to P/U started birds. Anyone shipping chicks? Eggs or chicks from BQ or SQ birds, BQ or close started birds. Let me know. And thanks.

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Subject: Cochins for Sale in Lucasville


Author:
Matt Lhamon
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Date Posted: 07:07:34 10/02/09 Fri
I am bringing a nice pair of Barred Cochin Bantams and a Partridge Cochin Bantam Cock and Cockerel to sell at Lucasville. I will be there early Sat. morning. $40 for the pair of barreds and $25 each for the Partridge males. Call me at 419-234-4427 if you are interested and I will save them for you. Some of the Best Partridge males I have ever seen, sorry no pullets or hens left this year.
Matt Lhamon

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Subject: Forcible Entry


Author:
Mike Boyle
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Date Posted: 10:25:51 09/12/09 Sat
"Bad Guys" first tried taking the hinge
pins out before they broke out windows to grab
my Doug Bishop Roo and one hen.
Filed my police report this morning. That's
life here in Chicago.
I have seven remaing birds to cull. I'll see
you all at one of the next summer shows.
Ha! Is there a "survior" award? Ha!

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Subject: Missouri State Poulty Assoc FALL SHOW


Author:
BERNITA MILLER
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Date Posted: 13:39:53 09/26/09 Sat
Missouri State Poultry Assoc fall show is 4 weeks away, If you are interested in coming to Sedalia, Mo for the show, I will still send show catalog out. The last day for entries is Oct 6, 2009. Email me or calll # 1-660-647-2474
We have around $1,500.00 in cash awards. If will be a great show and lots of suprises in store. Hope to see you here. We have great fall weather.
Bernita Miller

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Subject: Large Cochin Colors


Author:
Vicki -
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Date Posted: 13:32:06 09/11/09 Fri
What are the recognized and or standard colors of the Large Cochins? Are there any besides Buff, Black, Blue, Splash and White? I know that you can get them in Barred, golden laced and others but can you show these?
Also it seems that people are now asking for different colors like lemon blues for their splashes and lavenders for their blues. Are these actual recognized colors in the large fowls or just personal preferences from the buyers whom are comparing them to the bantam colors. Thanks as I am getting confused as to what is happening.

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Subject: Evolving juvenile mille fleur patterns


Author:
Norm Johnson
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Date Posted: 08:15:09 09/23/09 Wed
I am just starting to get familiar with the various ways a young mille fleur can look as it feathers out and enters its first moult, but I am wondering how long the rest of you keep young stock before you cull. I have had a completely black and white cockerel develop an awesome mille breast and I am now watching some buff columbians start to have white flecks all over. The same with some birds that were once completely gold...still others look like they will never be more than "gold necks" as seen in Belgians???

Also, I though the "hackle black" gene was not desirable in milles, so I am now looking for some guidance as to whether that gene pool should be culled????

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Subject: Boston Poultry Expo


Author:
Dianna
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Date Posted: 11:00:58 09/21/09 Mon
If you will be attending the Boston Poultry Expo on November 2, 2009 and you have Large Fowl please let me know. I am looking for either a young pair or some hatching eggs. dianna_pop@hotmail.com. Thanks!

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Subject: Cochin Western National


Author:
Robert H. Rhodes
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Date Posted: 12:38:40 09/21/09 Mon
I hope all cochin breeders that can will support the Cochin Western National in Nebraska on the weekend of November 7. Apparently, Gerald Church has been putting forth a big effort to make it a successful show. Gerald is an excellent breeder of large and bantam cochins and an all around good guy. However, if you are unable to attend that show please consider our new show at Fayetteville, Arkansas on the same weekend. It will be a double show put on by the new Heart of The Ozarks Poultry Association. Check out our website at HOTOPA.

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Subject: Bantam Barn


Author:
Scott
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Date Posted: 14:02:12 09/20/09 Sun
The Bantam Barn - a discussion board for cochin bantam enthusiasts.

http://www.bantam-barn.com/

This discussion board was created to serve as an online community for cochin bantam enthusiasts. This discussion board is currently being organized with a view to serving as a useful resource for those who own, raise, and breed cochin bantams. Please help us get this discussion board off the ground by registering as a member and starting a topic today!

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Subject: buff cochins


Author:
terry davis
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Date Posted: 11:44:57 09/14/09 Mon
Know zip about chickens. Neighbor gave me two buff cochins about 2-3 mo. old. One has real yellow legs/feet and the other has pale legs/feet. The one with yellow feet looks to have had his tail feathers pecked out. Neither has feathers around legs & feet. Qestions: Why the difference in leg/feet color, will the feathers grow back out and will they ever get feathers on legs/feet? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

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Subject: Standard Buff Cochins For Sale


Author:
Sheryl Butler
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Date Posted: 11:48:05 09/08/09 Tue
Marjorie Best has several standard buff cochins for sale. She is in the Portland Oregon area for pick up or will ship. You can contact me for her information.

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Subject: The Bantam Barn


Author:
Scott
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Date Posted: 22:57:37 09/09/09 Wed
Own Cochin Bantams? Visit other cochin bantam owners, breeders, and enthusiasts at the Bantam Barn:

http://www.bantam-barn.com/

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Subject: Mottled Lavender project birds for sale


Author:
Mandy
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Date Posted: 13:16:13 08/31/09 Mon
I have a couple of lavender (not sure what else to call them, they are extra light blue) one pullet is showing mottled and the others even when bred to solids still throw mottleds. These would be a good start to a mottled lavender line if anyone is interested. I have not use for them in my own breeding program.

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Subject: WTB bantams


Author:
Jim Asher
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Date Posted: 23:21:07 09/06/09 Sun
I am looking to buy show proven or show quality birds. Colors I prefer are white, black, blue, or barred. I will consider other colors.

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Subject: The Bantam Barn


Author:
Scott
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Date Posted: 18:52:17 09/06/09 Sun
Own Cochin Bantams? Visit other cochin bantam owners, breeders, and enthusiasts at the Bantam Barn:

http://www.bantam-barn.com/

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Subject: Frizzle cochins


Author:
Becky
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Date Posted: 13:07:08 09/06/09 Sun
We are looking for frizzle cochins (pref. black, blue, splash) for my son to use for 4H and APA youth program. We will be at the Ohio National in November, but will pay for shipping. As we are just getting started, we only want to purchase good show quality stock from a reputable breeder who is willing to offer us guidance in the future with regards to care/breeding/showing (in other words if you don't like answering stupid questions- probably don't want to sell us birds!) If you would like to help an enthusiastic youth get a good start, or know someone who would please contact us. Thanks! salingerr@adelphia.net

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Subject: Young birds for Sale


Author:
mandy
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Date Posted: 22:13:40 09/02/09 Wed
I have several extra young birds for sale that I wont be using in my breeding program. For pics and more info please go to www.thecochincoop.com and click on the available birds page. I can ship or can deliver to the Lucasville and Columbus OH shows.

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Subject: brown on a blue cochin chicks face??


Author:
marci gillett
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Date Posted: 06:06:04 04/16/09 Thu
i recently bought show quality eggs from a man on ebay.i have a sportsman 1502 and have been getting 85 and up for percentage on it.i hatched out 2 splash and i blue with white face and one blue with brown face was wondering if this is normal or if it will go away..if it isnt then i am going to ask for a refund because i was mislead..first of all there is no show quality eggs only show quality parents but i fell for that hook line and sinker..i can send a picture upon request my email is peyote_sunset@yahoo.com thank you all marci

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Subject: The Bantam Barn Discussion Board


Author:
Scott
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Date Posted: 11:45:48 08/31/09 Mon
If anyone is interested, I have started a cochin bantam discussion board at bantam-barn.com. This discussion board was created to serve as an online community for cochin bantam enthusiasts. This board is currently being organized with a view to serving as a useful resource for those who own, raise, and breed cochin bantams. Please help us get this discussion board off the ground by registering as a member and starting a topic today!

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Subject: golden laced cochins


Author:
colton ensley
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Date Posted: 18:50:37 08/25/09 Tue
sorry i couldnt figure out how to edit my previous post but i just needed to say that i have been looking everywhere and cannot find ANY standard golden laced cochins anywhere, i dont care if they are in another state or anything i just want some!
thanks,
colton

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Subject: Buff Cochins (non Bantams) for sale near Santa Rosa?


Author:
G Damron
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Date Posted: 16:16:24 08/25/09 Tue
Hi,

I am looking for chicks or breeding stock for sale in the North Bay and/or specifically Santa Rosa Sonoma County.

-Greg

(707) 318-5863

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Subject: Mr. Carroll


Author:
Anthony Picheo
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Date Posted: 08:43:49 08/10/09 Mon
I was wondering if anyone on here knew whether or not Mr. Craig Carroll was still raising birds. I had contacted him 5 years ago but now all the email addresses I have come back undeliverable. I'd appreciate any help getting in touch with him ya'll could provide.
Thanks,
Anthony Picheo

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Subject: The Bantam Barn


Author:
Scott
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Date Posted: 00:25:50 08/22/09 Sat
The Bantam Barn: An Online Community for Cochin Bantam Enthusiasts

http://www.bantam-barn.com/forum/

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Subject: Birchen, silver penciled, partridge bantams


Author:
Anthony Picheo
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Date Posted: 21:24:07 08/09/09 Sun
I just acquired some pretty nice brown reds, lemon blues & black cochin bantams and I am looking for some breeder/exhibition quality birchen, silver penciled & partridge bantams. I am especially interested in some really good birchens. I'd appreciate any help locating some eggs, chicks or birds.
Thanks,
Anthony Picheo

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Subject: Wanted: Standard golden laced cochins


Author:
ColtonE nsley
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Date Posted: 14:47:42 08/10/09 Mon
I live in Colorado and am looking for standard golden laced cochins, eggs, chicks, or adults, anyone got some for me?

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Subject: Seeking eggs from Show quality Blue Cochins!


Author:
Amanda
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Date Posted: 07:25:56 08/10/09 Mon
Hello. I am in search of hatching eggs from some really nice show quality BLUE Cochins. I understand the genetics of blue, and love the splash and blacks as well, but am tired of the tall hatchery shaped Cochins I see everywhere, I want some really sweet puff balls!

Does anyone have any that could go in an incubator that is firing up around the 23rd of August?

Thank you!
Amanda

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Subject: Missouri State Poulty Assoc FALL SHOW


Author:
BERNITA MILLER
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Date Posted: 20:15:10 08/09/09 Sun
The Missouri State Poultry Assoc Show Oct 17, 2009. Our judges will be Pat Lacey, Scott Adams, Phil Bartz and Larry Denny. If you would like a show catalog email, phone or write to me. I will sending the catalogs out in 2 weeks but you still have time to request one.
bmiller@iland.net ,,, 660-647-2474 or
Bernita Miller
300 N. Franklin
Windsor, Mo 65360
Come and help us start our fall shows and have a great time in Missouri.
Bernita

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Subject: producing gold barring


Author:
stephen foran
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Date Posted: 19:04:15 07/30/09 Thu
hi! i am developing gold barring in bantam cochins. i would like a few pointers from someone else who has produced this color. i have bred a barred roo to a buff hen and have the psuedo birchen chickens after this i have heard of two methods. breed the psuedo birchen to psuedo birchen and breed psuedo birchen to buff/red. do both of theese produce golden barred birds? is one perfered?

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Subject: HOTOPA show


Author:
Robert H. Rhodes
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Date Posted: 14:04:44 07/31/09 Fri
Heart of the Ozarks Poultry Association will be holding their first show on November 7 at Fayetteville, Arkansas. It will be a double show. The first show will be a district meet of Cochin International and the second show will be a special meet. Advertisement about the show will soon be in Poultry Press. Lets make this a good cochin show.

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Subject: Brown Cochin Project


Author:
Bo Garrett
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Date Posted: 14:16:43 07/25/09 Sat
I have been working on a brown cochin project since 2004 and this year may have seen the best progress to date. I was only able to hatch out 8, which I think are all pullets, and they all seem to finally have the base brown body color and the black stipling. The hackle and breast feathers are still more orange than red and salmon but progress has been made.
I am keeping records of the matings used and the results of each mating produced. I will publish the complete results when the project is completed so that others may replicate the results and have these large brown beauties to show. I do not think that any are left in existince since the flock of the late Alex Duffy was lost. When Mr. Duffy was showing these brown cochins he was winning asiatic classes with them which is something to be said for a bird of the patterned variety.
When the birds mature I will post pictures to our website and you may see the progress we are making.
Thanks to those who have provided the varieties I have needed to move this project forward (Tom Roebuck & Bill West).

Bo Garrett

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Subject: Looking for quality Silver Laced Bantam eggs


Author:
Darrin Day
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Date Posted: 19:20:28 06/01/09 Mon
I was looking for someone who had been working with this color and was willing to ship eggs. Most of the silver laced birds I have owned were hatchery birds and barely resembled a cochin bantam. I was curious if someone could shed some light on this color and the genetics that go into it... what color would one cross with to improve type and keep the silver laced color. I am new at this genetics game. I figured if I was going to work on a color I would pick one with vast room for improvement. Thanks in advance!

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Subject: WANTED STANDARD GOLDEN LACED COCHINS


Author:
JOSH
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Date Posted: 00:02:17 06/02/09 Tue
Hello all, I’m wondering if anyone knows of someone breeding Golden Laced Standards. I’d really like to get into this color but it seems to be quite a rarity. If anyone has any information on some breeders that raise them please let me know.
Thanks.

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Subject: Wanted Show quality cochin Hens/Pullets


Author:
Rick Stevenson
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Date Posted: 15:36:39 06/05/09 Fri
This is my plee. my daughter and I have been searchering endlessly for a Standard Cochin breeder who is willing to sell some of there show quality stock, so that we can begin our own line of Beutiful extremely docile Show standard Cochins which we are in love with. Is there any breeder out there who is willing to sell there hard to come by Quality Cochin stock. We are open on the price and are willing to pay all shipping costs. My name is Rick and my daughters name is Alley. You can reach us through email at rickntrina@sbcglobal.net or call us at (707)889-6194. We are currently seeking all colors, but silver laced, golden laced, partridge,red, and buff are at the top of our wish list.

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Subject: Inquiry on Red Cochins


Author:
Josh M
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Date Posted: 11:47:18 06/05/09 Fri
I am seeking exhibition quality red cochins. Can someone point me in the direction of breeders who have these?

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Subject: Bantam Barn Discussion Board


Author:
Scott
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Date Posted: 16:31:33 06/10/09 Wed
I have created a new discussion board for cochin bantam enthusiasts called the Bantam Barn. Please stop by, register, and join in the discussion. Selling cochin bantams and eggs? Add your listing at our site. You can visit the website at www.bantam-barn.com

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Subject: Golden Laced Cochin Male


Author:
Russell Estlack
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Date Posted: 10:48:29 06/09/09 Tue
Hello Fellow Cochin Warriors,

I'm in need of a Golden Laced Cochin male for an new breeding experiment I've been working on. He needs to have pretty good breast lacing for it to work correctly.

I live in Texas so we'll have to ship pretty soon before the weather gets any hotter.

Thanks,
Russ

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Subject: looking for mottled cochin bantams


Author:
Jacob
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Date Posted: 14:06:23 06/14/09 Sun
I am looking for show quality mottled cochin bantams (black-and-white, not blue or anything else). Does anyone know of a good breeder? I live in Western Massachusetts. Hatching eggs are fine.

Thanks!

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Subject: WANTED Birchen Cochin Bantam Trio


Author:
Rusel
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Date Posted: 13:12:04 04/02/09 Thu
I'm looking for some top quality, well feathered, well defined coloring bantam birchen cochin. 2 or more hens and a roo.... Prefer pick up. Gainsville, Fl area but will pay for shipping for outstanding quality.

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Subject: Black beak and feet


Author:
Ray
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Date Posted: 18:16:57 06/11/09 Thu
I have black rooster that has good type but has a black beak and feet.He has good black under colour as well. Could some let me know if he should be used in the breeding pen and to what degree? I know he would pass some of this trait along or would it be 100% of the offspring?

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Subject: Remedies for Smothering Chicks?


Author:
Bryant Helvey
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Date Posted: 10:19:02 06/17/09 Wed
Hello all. I am wondering if we can compare notes on smothering chicks- it seems like every year I lose a few perfectly healthy chicks to this issue. This year a power outage and a burnt light bulb cost me four good chicks each. To combat the light bulb, I have now resorted to two bulbs in each brooder- a "heat" bulb and a compact florescent. I did some experimenting and found that the chicks start piling immediatly when the light goes out- they don't wait until they are cold. The compact florescent provides a backup without a lot of power useage, and hopefully will hold them over until I discover the other burnt bulb.

I know crowding is an issue, but it seems to me that any time more than 10 chicks are together there is potential for smothering, and it just isn't feasible to raise chicks in groups this small.

Finally, in years past I have had chicks smother quickly when I moved them in boxes. I will soon be moving 200 started chicks on a 30 hour drive- are there any remedies other than small groups?

Thanks for any imput-
Bryant

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Subject: Tollbunte Cochin Bantams


Author:
Russell Estlack
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Date Posted: 00:20:58 06/16/09 Tue
I have made Silver Tollbunte Cochin Bantams which is a Mottled Silver Laced pattern. I want to make Mottled Golden Laced because it is a spectacular pattern. Here is a link that shows both the silver and gold patterns in the Wyandotte. http://www.chickencolours.com/pagina7.html

(P1) Golden Laced Male X Mottled Silver Laced Female
( ss MoMo ) X ( S- momo )

(F1) Ss Momo males & s- Momo females

Cross the best typed F1 male with the best F1 females.

(F2)
Ss MoMo
Ss Momo
Ss Momo
Ss momo
S- MoMo
S- Momo
S- Momo
S- momo
ss MoMo
ss Momo
ss Momo
ss momo:) Golden Tollbunte Male
s- MoMo
s- Momo
s- Momo
s- momo:) Golden Tollbunte Female

What do you think?

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Subject: Missouri State Poulty Assoc FALL SHOW


Author:
BERNITA MILLER
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Date Posted: 15:39:15 06/22/09 Mon
Missouri State Poultry Assoc will host our first fall show. It will be a double show like our spring show. This will be Oct 17, 2009 at Sedalia, Mo at the Missouri State Fairgrounds. There will be 1200.00 in prize money. Missouri State Poultry Assoc is not affiliated The Southern Missouri Poultry Club. We welcome all to come and join us at our new fall double show. our shows will be held the 3rd sat in April and the 3rd sat in Oct. for information contact me at email bmiller@iland.net or mail or call me
Bernita Miller
300 N. Franklin
Windsor, Mo 65360
660-647-2474

Bernita Miller Sec/tres MSPA

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Subject: Lacey looking feathers on my cochins?????


Author:
GAYLE MCMANUS
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Date Posted: 23:11:00 06/29/09 Mon
Last fall I purchased a few young bantam cochins from a breeder. When I received them, some of them had messed up feathers. I thought maybe they got ruffled in shipping. They looked like they needed to be brushed so they would lay flat. These are mainly the large wing feathers. Now that they are older and still have the lacey looking feathers, I am wondering if this is a breeding fault that I need to cull from my flock. I have a few chicks now from these birds and do see the lacey look in a few of them. Can anyone shed some light on what I have going on in these birds? Note, these are not frizzled feathers. The best word I can come up with is lacey to describe them. I sure would appreciate some education on this. Thanks.

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Subject: Looking For Large Cochins


Author:
Ben Rowe
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Date Posted: 18:30:26 07/03/09 Fri
I Am Looking To Get Back Into Large Cochins. I Had To Get Rid Of My Birds Due To The Cattle Shows All Over The State Of Florida. I Am Out Of Cows Thank God But Would Like To Get Back Into Cochins As Soon As I Can Please If Anyone Can Help Email Me At blkcochinboy@yahoo.com Or You Can Call Me At 863-288-7729.

Thank You To All,
Ben Rowe

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