Golden Laced Cochin Standard Chicken

Golden Laced Cochin Standard Chicken

If you're seeking a visually stunning and calm chicken, the Golden Laced Cochin Standard is an excellent choice. This large, soft, feather-legged bird is known for its friendly demeanor. Despite their size, they lay small to medium-sized eggs. The golden laced color is rare and sought after, with few breeders in the USA. In 2009, The Chicken Coop Company introduced new bloodlines to maintain their size and beauty. For more information about this breed, feel free to contact The Chicken Coop Company!

Health and Care:

• Hardy and Resilient: The Golden Laced Cochin is a hardy breed that can adapt well to both cold and moderate climates due to its dense feathering. While they are well-suited for cooler temperatures, they should be provided with shade and fresh water during hot weather, as their thick plumage can lead to heat stress in warm climates.
  
  
• Disease Resistance: Cochins, including the Golden Laced variety, are generally disease-resistant and robust. However, like all chickens, they can still be susceptible to common poultry diseases, including respiratory infections, mites, and lice, if their environment is not well-maintained. Regular cleaning of the coop, good ventilation, and access to fresh water and proper nutrition are key to keeping them healthy.
  
  
• Feather Care: Due to their thick, fluffy feathers, Golden Laced Cochins require regular grooming to keep their feathers in good condition. Special attention should be given to their feathered legs and feet to prevent dirt accumulation, especially in wet conditions. Regular cleaning and maintenance are important for their health and comfort.
  

Egg Laying:

• Moderate Egg Production: Golden Laced Cochins are moderate egg layers, producing about 180-220 eggs per year. Their eggs are typically medium to large in size and brown in color.
  
  
• Seasonal Laying: Like many chickens, their egg production can slow down during the winter months due to shorter daylight hours. However, with supplemental lighting and proper care, Golden Laced Cochins can continue to lay consistently in the winter.
  
  
• Large Brown Eggs: The eggs they produce are brown and large, making them suitable for both home consumption and small-scale egg production. While they are not the highest producers, they provide reliable egg production and are prized for their size and quality.

Temperament:

• Gentle and Friendly: Golden Laced Cochins are known for their calm, friendly, and docile nature. They are among the most gentle and easily handled chicken breeds, making them perfect for families, children, or first-time chicken keepers. They generally enjoy human interaction and are calm even in the presence of other chickens.
  
  
• Sociable: These chickens are social and get along well with other chickens. They are typically not aggressive and coexist peacefully in a mixed-flock environment. Their calm nature also makes them a great choice for those with other pets or small animals.
  
  
• Laid-Back and Calm: Golden Laced Cochins are known for being low-energy and laid-back, enjoying a calm environment where they can freely roam and forage. They tend to be more peaceful and less active than other, more energetic breeds, making them well-suited for small backyards or more confined spaces.
  
  

Appearance:

• Stunning Golden Laced Plumage: The most striking feature of the Golden Laced Cochin is its beautiful plumage. The golden feathers have a laced pattern, with dark edges around each feather creating a visually striking contrast. The body is primarily golden, with black lacing on the edges of each feather, making them one of the most attractive ornamental chickens.
  
  
• Large, Stocky Build: The Golden Laced Cochin is a large breed with hens typically weighing around 8-9 pounds and roosters around 10-12 pounds. Despite their size, they are gentle giants, known for their calm demeanor and manageable nature.
  
  
• Feathered Legs and Feet: Like all Cochins, Golden Laced Cochins have feathered legs and feet. This gives them a very fluffy and ornamental appearance, though the feathers require extra care to ensure they do not get dirty or matted, especially in wet conditions.
  
  
• Single Comb and Wattles: They have a single comb, which is medium-sized and upright, and red wattles and earlobes, which add a beautiful contrast to their golden feathers.

• Poultry Show Class: Asiatic Class
  
• Weights – Hen—–8 1/2 lbs
  
• Rooster——11 lbs
  
• Pullet—7 lbs
  
• Cockerel—-9 lbs
  
• Purpose and Type – Ornamental and meat; Exhibition
  
• Egg Shell Color – Brown
  
• Egg Production – 110-160 eggs per year (Estimates only)
  
• Egg Size: Medium-Large
  
• Temperament: Docile
  
• Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
  
• Broody: Setter
  
• Mating Ratio: 6 Females to 1 Male
  
• Roost Height: 0 to 2 feet
  
• Country of Origin – Asia
  
• APA: Yes, Recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1965.
  
• TLC: Recovering Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed
  
• Breeder Farm Source: Poultry Breeding Farm developing our bloodline or strain of pure color varieties of standard size Cochin chickens since 1975.