The Savvy Silkie

12/28/2024

Due to having an extra adult Tom turkey now, I will be selling.

PM for info - Beggs, OK

12/28/2024

One thing I learned is that God shuts doors to open new ones. Our actions in life are a butterfly effect and maybe he didn't want me going into the breeding projects I had in mind with my free rangers. Currently my Naked Neck Deathlayer project is holding on by a thred... one pullet is left. Her sisters and mother is now gone. So im unsure if that will continue anytime soon.

While I'm still grieving my babies, I'm thankful that God gave me the privilege to know and love each of them.

The first step is to address the new predator situation. Second step... open the new door to new adventures.

Thank you everyone for the prayers, thoughts and good vibes.
I seriously love you all.

12/28/2024

Predators have struck my little farm. 😔

**update at the bottom**

This time they are striking outside of my coops/runs when the birds are out. Mornin, broad daylight, dusk, I'm unsure. Due to the choas of the holidays, the constant precipitation (thick fog, and rain) and them sleeping in different coops, I'm unable to track when exactly each disappeared but.... I lost 7 free range chickens and 1 turkey within a matter of 24-48 hours. My Silkies are 100% fine.

I'm heartbroken to announce that my beloved Silver Deathlayer, Hades, was a victim. The other 6 chickens were close favorites, and my turkey was my beloved B*W girl whom was 55 lbs. Whatever animal that did this was clearly large enough in size and strength to haul her away through the woods. (We live in the country with thick woods) She is the only evidence of struggle, otherwise I'd think someone stole my birds because there is nothing to work from. Dogs and wild cats is my current theory.

My dogs lost their LGD leader this fall with Mack Daddy passing away, and with one of my girls being a senior (that's loosing hearing and growing slow in pace) and the other being only medium in size, I feel like I'm at a loss for 24/7 protection currently. So i'm unsure what this means yet for my farm.

I'm having a hard time accepting this. Currently I'm in denial or disbelief... it's not quite set in that they're all gone.

🔸️ Update: I was finally able to search for more evidence with the ground drying out. One feather at a time I was able to track into the woods for quite a while until trails went cold. Absolutely nothing left to go off of. I most definitely have a big cat (which im certain of) or coyote problem on my hands.

Please keep me in your prayers as I try to cope and figure out this situation.

12/14/2024

EllaEnchanted embarked on a new journey today! 🩵
Her new owner, a longtime admirer, is ready to shower her with love and affection, filling my heart with immense joy. This beautiful girl deserves nothing less than the best.

12/09/2024

12/08/2024

I will get photos when they get washed but the following will be available this week.

- Black Mott. Frizzled Silkie pullet PENDING
- White Silkie Pullet PENDING
- White Silkie Rooster PENDING

- Splash Silkie Rooster

PM FOR DETAILS.

12/08/2024

🎄‼️ CHRISTMAS AUCTION ‼️🎄
ENDS FRIDAY, DEC. 13th 2024

The one and only, EllaEnchanted from
Bent Arrow Silkies. She has a metal band proving origins.

▪️ Dark Blue (verified by breeding)
Silkie HEN, little over 1 years old.
▪️ SHOW QUALITY (photo attached proof)
I have not shown her myself, BA had.
Amazing opportunity for those with kids in 4-H/FFA wanting to show birds!

➡️ Dark eyes, blue lobes, dark skin, good wings, beautiful comb, correct toes, amazing type....
💅✨️ FLAWLESS ✨️💅

These photos are older, BUT she is the same. After a bath I will update this post!

STARTING BID 💲150💲

The reserve amount must be met for her to leave. Otherwise this auction will be nulled.

➖️➖️➖️➖️➖️➖️➖️➖️➖️

RULES ⬇️⬇️

1) MUST PICK UP LOCALLY IN STATE.
✨️No Exceptions✨️
I live in BEGGS, OKLAHOMA.

2) Must Vemno or PayPal the 💰 24 hours after auction is over, or else you forfit your bid to the person after you. Cash accepted if pickup is immediate.

3) bids are $10 dollar amounts.
Ex: 20, 30, 40, 50...
Do not bid... 20, 21, 22.

4) Private PM amounts and Comment bids are welcome ON THE DIRECT POST. If this post is shared, you're responsible for commenting on THIS post... not the shared post. Otherwise it won't be counted.

She will be promised healthy and bug free upon pickup! Afterwards is 100% on YOU as the buyer to keep her healthy.
➡️Zero refunds!!!⬅️

PM for other questions.

12/08/2024

Sometimes life has some crazy left turns and you just gotta roll with it. That being said, unexpected expenses have come up.

I'll be washing up some birds for consideration.

❗️Pullet/rooster pairs❗️
Stay tuned.

12/08/2024

12/8/24
❗️Please read before msging❗️
UNLESS I HAVE SOMETHING LISTED ON MY PAGE.... Unfortunately, I have nothing available for sale at this time. This includes adults, chicks, AND eggs.

Please check back 2025 Spring for availability. My current stock is required for my breeding program and won't be for sale.

❤️ This post has been made mainly to be pinned due to frequent inquiries. ❤️

12/06/2024

💢🧼 Soap Box moment...

I have recently observed a concerning trend that warrants attention. When an individual agrees to sell a bird to someone and then secretly sells it to another party, such behavior is unethical.

I want to emphasize that this does NOT apply to situations where the buyer fails to follow through with the purchase and pickup of the bird, as that is the buyer's responsibility.
However, I am addressing situations where a commitment is made, such as an agreement that grants the original seller the first opportunity to repurchase the bird in the future, and that commitment is not fulfilled.
While the bird's owner has the ultimate decision-making authority, it is essential to honor commitments. Reaching out to inform the other party of one's intentions is a basic courtesy and a necessity. If the person is unable to purchase the bird, that is unfortunate, but the initial contact must still be made!

Unfortunately, I have personally experienced this situation multiple times, even with individuals I considered friends. Others I care about have also been affected.

It is essential to conduct oneself with integrity, as it is not a difficult standard to uphold.

Rant over. 🎤

12/03/2024

⚠️ Notification for Oklahoma poultry breeders and bird owners

☣️ Properly quarantine and establish biosecurity plans to safeguard your birds.

My flock recently tested negative, but I will not publicly advertise AI status like other breeders for various reasons. One - I won't continuously test for it due to the cost. Instead, I plan to test for other diseases, like Coryza, in the future.
⛔️ My flock is currently closed. ⛔️

11/25/2024

I'm impressed with this white boy I kept back as a spare rec white breeder. 🤍
While there are minor flaws, I think the quality I've produced (both genders) is pretty good, especially considering it's only the 1st gen for white! 🥳

11/24/2024

LittleBoyBlue gave me a gorgeous black satin roo before his passing this year. 🖤
His momma is LilSue, my blue satin.

This boy will be paired with Madusa this next spring, a black satin NN. Hoping to start a small true black line of my own by doing this. Can't wait!

➡️ I need a name suggestion!
My ideas: LittleOnyx, and EbonyBoy

11/23/2024

When I say, "Your rooster matters" I mean it wholeheartedly. 🩵

This youngster, EnchantedMagic, is still full of pin feathers but look at him! Each day that passes he reminds me more and more of his papa. 😭

11/20/2024

My flock and I have passed our annual testing, renewing our NPIP Certification for yet another year. 😉🎉

Here's to 2025,my peeps.

11/17/2024

Eggs & Chicks update!

✨️This upcoming year(2025) I'll be cutting my costs for hatching eggs and chicks✨️

I won't be shipping chicks, but I'll ship eggs with the known understanding how much of a gamble it can be of course. I'll only be keeping flawless babies myself with limitations on that. FFA & 4H show members will have first dibs on better quality chicks/juvis.

Dozen Eggs = 💲7️⃣0️⃣
**Shipped price, local will be less.

Day/week old chicks = 💲5️⃣ - 💲1️⃣5️⃣
**Group deals will be available.

I know a lot of people will be shocked, but since I now have hobbys outside of my birds, I don't won't have the time to advertise and such. I'd rather keep what I want and move the rest without haggle. I have quality birds, but I also value my time these days.

➡️➡️ I WILL NOT BE DOING LISTS.
FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE ONLY WHEN AVAILABLE.

11/11/2024

Seeing this young splash cockerel fills me with joy and sorrow; he looks just like his dad, MidnightMagicMan. With his pin feathers emerging, I'm excited to see him mature by Spring. 🤌💖 He's going to be absolutely amazing.

EllaEnchanted x MidnightMagicMan
I'm thinking this boys name will be....
"EnchantedMagic" or "MidnightChants"
Thoughts?

11/08/2024

💛 Polish Update 💛

My Knaki Polish hen that was impacted by the storm has pulled through! She's healthy and absolutely loves cuddles now.

Because of her sister being gone, I've renamed her Ophelia. Fingers crossed for many babies from her in the future. 🤞

Thank you for the prayers and good vibes.