Wyandotte Surprise combines beautiful feather patterns, friendly personalities, and dependable egg-laying with the thrill of a mystery color—making every chick a delightful addition to your backyard flock.
You will receive one Wyandotte chick for each quantity ordered, and the feather color will be a surprise at the time of pick-up. They could be Golden Laced, Silver Laced, Blue Laced Red, Gold Laced Black, Splash, or even rare or specialty colors.
Feather Colors
With Wyandotte Surprise, the feather color is our choice based on availability at the time of pick-up. Most common colors that we raise include Golden Laced, Silver Laced, Blue Laced Red, Gold Laced Black, and Splash. There is also the possibility of receiving rare, unique, or specialty patterns. Each bird’s plumage is full and soft, with intricate feather lacing that adds visual interest and makes them a standout in any flock.
Eggs Hens will Gift
Wyandotte hens typically start laying eggs when they are four to six months old, and can lay up to one egg per day from spring to fall. They tend to lay better in the winter than other breeds, and can average four to six eggs per week. They are known for laying large, brown eggs, but some may be cream-colored or slightly brown and can have speckles.
Personality
Wyandottes are gentle, friendly, and social birds. They are excellent with children, easy to handle, and enjoy interacting with their human flock members. Their calm temperament, combined with their attractive appearance, makes them an ideal choice for families or backyard poultry enthusiasts seeking both beauty and productivity.
History
Wyandottes were originally developed in the United States in the late 1800s as a dual-purpose breed suitable for both meat and egg production. Several color varieties were selectively bred, including Golden Laced, Silver Laced, and Blue Laced Red. The Surprise Wyandotte embraces this variety, offering a mix of classic, rare, and specialty colors that showcase the breed’s distinctive feather lacing, round bodies, and friendly temperament.
Sexing Method and Accuracy:
Vent sexing as a day-old is the most common method for standard sized breeds. Accuracy averages around 85–90%, which means there’s always a small chance of “surprise roosters.” The industry standard is to sell “female chicks” or pullets; even though 10–15% end up being accidental boys. Since many communities have ordinances against keeping roosters, we decide to be different!
While hatcheries and feedstores stop at the industry standard, we go further because we care. If your “female coverage” chick grows into a rooster, we will give that boy a free home and provide a store credit for the original purchase price with healthy return of the rooster. This way, your family is not left with the hardship of a city ordinance issue. For families who want zero risk of rooster surprises an heartbreak, we also offer DNA sexing services. DNA is the only truly accurate method, but is a bigger investment, costing about 3x more than a female-covered chick. The choice is yours. We’re here to make sure your flock is the perfect fit for your family.
Chick: Wyandotte Surprise Color
Scheduling – Order Pick-Up Commitment
Standard Pick-Up Times
Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mondays: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Book a Special accommodation appointment
Placing an order is your commitment to pick up your order based as described below:
Available Now Orders
Chickens (already hatched): Must be picked up within 6 days of purchase. Pick-up during standard times or by booking a special accommodation appointment.
Puppies & Kittens: “Go home” dates will be listed at purchase. You may also book an earlier pick-up appointment if available.
Feed & Supplies: Must be picked up within 1 year of purchase. Pick up at your convenience during standard pick-up times or book a special accommodation appointment.
Pre-Orders
A pre-order indicates the estimated month your animals will be ready for pick-up.
Once notified your order is ready, you must pick up within 6 days of notification (any time during the month it becomes available).
Notifications are sent via text to the number provided at checkout.
👉 At checkout, please verify that your phone number is accurate and that it can receive text messages.
DNA-Sexed Orders
DNA-sexed chicks must be picked up within 6 days of notification.
We are unable to extend free boarding.
If not picked up within 6 days, the order will be forfeited.
The DNA testing fee deposit is non-refundable, but store credit (minus the testing fee per bird) will be issued.
Order Abandonment
Placing an order is a commitment to being available for pick-up within the stated timeframe.
Refunds are not provided. Instead, store credit is issued for a future order.
Store credit is valid for up to 3 years from the date issued (per Colorado law).
Disclosure Statement (Colorado Law Compliance)
By placing an order, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
No Refund Policy: All sales are final. Refunds are not available for abandoned, forfeited, or canceled orders. Store credit may be issued as described above.
Store Credit Validity: Store credit is valid for up to three (3) years from the date of issuance, after which it may be considered abandoned property under Colorado law.
Customer Responsibility: Customers are responsible for timely pick-up within the stated windows (including the 1-year deadline for feed & supplies) and for providing accurate contact information. Please confirm at checkout that your phone number is correct and able to receive text messages.
Health & Welfare: Once animals or supplies are picked up, the customer assumes all responsibility for their current and future health and care.