Old English Game

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Old English Game chickens come from England, where they were bred for centuries as gamecocks. Today they are kept for show and as hardy, alert birds, with bantams especially popular and hens known as strong mothers.

At a glance

Purpose

Show, pet

Origin

England

Adult weight

Hens 4 lb, roosters 5 lb

Lifespan

8–12 years

Eggs

About 100–150 white or tinted eggs a year

Best fit

Experienced keepers, show

Species

Poultry

The tradeoffs, honestly

Old English Game roosters will fight each other, so they need separate pens. They are active flyers and need covered runs.

Common questions

Can I keep more than one rooster?

Usually not together. They will fight, so plan for separate pens.

What health checks should chicks or pullets have?

Ask whether chicks were vaccinated for Marek's disease at hatch and whether the flock is NPIP-certified, which covers pullorum-typhoid and usually avian influenza. Look for clear eyes, clean vents and quiet breathing, and quarantine new birds for 30 days.

Are Old English Game hens good mothers?

Yes. They are protective and go broody.

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Health tests to ask for

NPIP flock certificationMarek's vaccinationHatch record on fileAvian influenza surveillance resultVeterinary exam on file

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