Dominique Chicken

Breed Facts

• Poultry Show Class: American Class
• Weights: Hen——5 lbs
  Rooster——-7 lbs
  Pullet—-4 lbs
  Cockerel——-6 lbs
• Purpose and Type: Primary production, Egg Laying & Pet/Secondary meat source
• Egg Shell Color: Brown
• Egg Production: 180-260 eggs per year (estimates only, see FAQ)
• Mating Ratio: 10 Females to 1 Male
• Egg Size: Medium-Large
• Temperament: Active
• Gender Accuracy: 85-90%
• Fertility Percentage: 60-75%
• Broody: Variable
• Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
• Origin: United States, New England
• APA: Yes, Recognized by the Standard of Perfection in 1874.
• TLC: Watch Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed.
• Breeder Farm Source: Cackle Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline/strain of pure Dominique chickens since 1979.