A Rare Swedish Treasure – Petite, Hardy, and Full of Personality
The
Ölandsk Dwarf is a
rare landrace breed from Sweden’s small island of
Öland, known for its
compact size, lively nature, and unique plumage patterns. These energetic, curious birds are a
joy to watch and interact with, making them a wonderful addition to
homesteads, small flocks, and conservation breeding programs.
Breed Characteristics
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Country of Origin: Sweden – A landrace breed with deep Nordic roots.
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Size: Hens ~1.5 lbs, Roosters ~2 lbs – One of the smallest heritage breeds.
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Egg Production: ~130
small, creamy-white eggs per year.
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Personality: Lively, curious, and friendly—fun to watch and easy to love.
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Broodiness: Occasionally broody, with excellent mothering instincts.
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Climate Adaptation:
Thrives in cooler climates but adapts well with proper care.
Chick Ordering & Shipping Details
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Shipped at One Day Old – Our chicks are shipped
unvaccinated and ready to grow in their new home.
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Straight Run Only – Chicks are
sold unsexed, so you’ll enjoy the surprise of discovering their genders as they mature.
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Minimum Order of 6 Chicks – Build your flock with at least six chicks, or
mix and match breeds to create a diverse, personalized brood.
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Safe, Express Shipping – Chicks ship on
Tuesdays via USPS Priority Express at a flat rate of
$85, ensuring they arrive quickly and safely. We do not ship to Hawaii at this time.
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Local Pick-Up Option – Pick up your chicks in person at our
designated off-site location on the advertised ship date.
Our Commitment to Quality
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Extra Chicks When Available – We love sharing the joy of hatching! When possible, we include
extra chicks in shipments.
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NPIP-Certified & A/I Clean – Our flock meets
National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) standards under participant #31-1508 (Tina Hines).
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Virtual Farm Connection – While we do not offer public farm visits, we
share photos, video chats, and personalized customer support to help you feel connected to your chicks’ origins.
Ready to Raise a Rare Swedish Breed?
The Ölandsk Dwarf is a
one-of-a-kind addition to any flock. Whether you're drawn to their
heritage, petite size, or charming personality, these chicks will bring
joy, diversity, and energy to your backyard.
Before You Order:
We start preparing your hatch as soon as your order is confirmed. That means reserving incubator space and putting your hatch on the schedule.
If you cancel more than 3 weeks before your scheduled ship date, there’s no fee and we’ll issue a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 weeks of your scheduled ship date, a $10 non-refundable prep fee will apply. At that point, your eggs have likely already been set, and we’ve invested time and resources into your hatch.
We’re not a factory farm and every chick matters. Thanks for understanding and helping us do this the right way.
Note: This only applies to
chick orders.