[Amanda1]

Has anyone ever crossed light Sussex with dorkings?

[ANHBUC]

THIS old post talks about crossing the other way, Dorking cockerel with Light Sussex hen.

[Amanda1]

Thanks I was just wondering. Wasn't sure whether the weight of dorking birds would effect the growth  and health of cross breeding

[ANHBUC]

Possibly, but aren't some pure Light Sussex that have the same problem?

[Amanda1]

Yes but before I try again just wanted to see if anyone else had crossed the same . The light Sussex are drinking and eating and are older so might have a chance of recovery. Smaller ones v sick

[ANHBUC]

They will need to keep their fluid levels up so if you can get them to have a little water with honey in it should help keep them hydrated.