If you're looking to buy purebred laying hens near you, it can be difficult to find a breeder that meets your needs, especially in certain regions of Quebec like Lac-Saint-Jean. Fortunately, several enthusiasts and small family breeders offer a variety of breeds, often with the option of traveling to make acquiring your little hens easier. Here's a list of breeders and some tips for choosing the right purebred laying hens.
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🐓 List of breeders by region in Quebec
- 01. Bas-Saint-Laurent
- 02. Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
- 03. National Capital
- 04. Mauricie
- 05. Estrie
- 06. Montreal
- 07. Outaouais
- 08. Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- 09. North Shore
- 10. Northern Quebec
- 11. Gaspésie–Madeleine Islands
- 12. Chaudière-Appalaches
- 13. Laval
- 14. Lanaudière
- 15. Laurentians
- 16. Montérégie
- 17. Centre-du-Québec
01. Bas-Saint-Laurent
No breeder currently listed.
02. Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
- Les Poulettes Rondelettes (in Jonquière): Family-run breeding of bantam cochins. Facebook
- The Silk Showgirl/Funny Fluffy Farm : Present from May to October in the region, offers Silky-showgirl-satin-frizzed, Serama smooth, silk and frizzed, Cochin bantam smooth and frizzed. Facebook
03. National Capital
No breeder currently listed.
04. Mauricie
- Pics & Plumes (in Saint-Sévère): Breeding of Cream Legbar and Old English Game standard. Facebook
- Les Plumes au Vent (in Sainte-Thècle): Small family farm. Facebook
- Meunerie Acadienne Inc. (in Bécancour): Sells chickens every spring with several arrivals between April and August. Website
- Au Chant du Coq (in Yamachiche): Breeding of purebred laying hens. Facebook
05. Estrie
- Les Plumes Champêtres (Wotton near Sherbrooke): Various breeds of laying hens, purebred Wyandotte golden laced . Facebook
- Fermette Pattes & Plumes (in Wotton): Specializing in Golden Wyandottes. Facebook
- Runny Rodman : Breeder of Light Sussex and Plymouth Rock Standards. Facebook
06. Montreal
No breeder currently listed.
07. Outaouais
- François Gervais (Val-des-Monts): Laying hens in spring, golden pheasant and peacocks. Facebook
08. Abitibi-Témiscamingue
No breeder currently listed.
09. North Shore
No breeder currently listed.
10. Northern Quebec
No breeder currently listed.
11. Gaspésie–Madeleine Islands
No breeder currently listed.
12. Chaudière-Appalaches
No breeder currently listed.
13. Laval
No breeder currently listed.
14. Lanaudière
- Jessie and Charlé's farmhouse (Lanoraie) Seramas, Brahma bantams and Ameraucanas. Facebook
- Feathered damselfly (St-Ambroise-de-Kildare) Silkies and bantam cochins vaccinated Marek. Facebook
- Ferme D'Élo (Lanaudière) Several breeds Facebook
- Silky yours (Saint Didace) Family breeding of vaccinated Silk and Satin hens marek Facebook
- Alain Légaré (St-Paul de Joliette) Wyandotte red with blue and silver trim standard. Facebook
15. Laurentians
No breeder currently listed.
16. Montérégie
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Brise de Plumes , (St-Stanislas-de-Kostka) Standard Brahma and Barbu d'Uccle for several years, this year we added Faverolles, Améraucana and Olive Eager. Our breeders are particularly selected for their solid genetics. Facebook
- Passion Poupoules (The presentation): Standard Brahma breeding Facebook
- The Hens of Saint-Blaise (Near Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu) Ortington, Cochin Standard, Silkies, Ameraucana. Facebook
- The Coulami Mini Farm (Saint-Césaire) Curly and smooth bantam Cochin as well as Barbary duck. Facebook
- The 3 Mounts Farm (Marieville) Brahma, Améraucana, Silkies, Dark Cornish Standard, Standard Cohins, Maran, Ducks and Turkeys. Facebook
- Manon Ouimet (Hemmingford): Brahma and other breeds Facebook
17. Centre-du-Québec
- The Silk Showgirl/Funny Fluffy Farm : (Saint-Rosaire) Offers Silky-showgirl-satin-curly, Serama smooth, silk and curly, Cochin bantam smooth and curly. Facebook
- Sonnhalde Farm (in Warwick): Breeding laying hens and other farm animals. Facebook
How to choose the right breeder?
- Define your needs: Are you looking for laying hens, ornamental hens, or a specific breed?
- Look for reviews and recommendations: Check breeders' Facebook pages and websites to read customer feedback.
- Check the breeding conditions: Make sure that the hens are raised in a healthy environment suited to their well-being.
- Ask if the chickens are vaccinated: Some breeders offer options with or without vaccination.
- Consider logistics: Check if the breeder offers delivery or meeting points to make adopting your chickens easier.
- Ask questions: A good breeder will always be available to answer your questions and guide you in your choice.
By following these tips, you will maximize your chances of finding a trustworthy breeder and getting healthy chickens!
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