Guest Wasserbuffel Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Sir Alix was one of my first two chickens. I bought him from my landlord's daughter for $3 in 2004. He was supposed to be a girl, so I named him Allison but called him Ali for short. Once I found out he was actually a boy, I added the X to the end of his name to make it more masculine (not that he cared). The Sir came in later. Alix was an Old English Game Bantam and if I were to show him in poultry shows I would have had to dub him. OEGBs are bred to look like mini fighting cocks. They don't have the temperment of the fighters, but in order to show them one must cut away the comb and wattles. (The practice is losing favor but it was the rule seven years ago). I never did show Alix, but I "dubbed" him anyway - just in name. Sir Alix was a great little rooster. He was a true gentleman with his hens. Whenever he came accross a tasty treat he would cluck and dance to show it off and let one of the girls have it. When Sir Alix was a year old, I borrowed a couple of his beautiful tail feathers (cut, not plucked) to decorate the guest book pen for my wedding. I still have the pen with the feathers attached. He passed away last night. He hadn't been quite well for a couple weeks and had recently had a seizure. There wasn't anything to be done for him and I had made the decision to have him put to sleep, but he passed on his own. Here are some pictures of him: Sunbathing with the girls. Here he was in the house (I can't remember why) and woudln't stop crowing, I threatened to stew him, but he didn't take my threat seriously. I think this is my favorite picture of him. A fun face shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrairieProf Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm very sorry! What a handsome and personable fellow. Love the pot shot! Quote With Cocoa (DC Chocolatedrop), missing B for Beth (2006-2015)And kitties C.J., Klara, Bernadette, John-Boy, & Sinbad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o_rooly Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 A majestic bird, and sounds like he was a great guy. I'm sorry for your loss I LOVE the picture of him in the stock pot. I wonder why they'd want them to be comb/wattle-less for shows? You'd think that their size/etc. would factor in to some conformation standards (not that I know ANYTHING about showing animals of any sort.. I don't ) Quote every day a tiny adventure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BertnLil Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm so sorry. The shot in the pot is a gem! Quote Pam with Sockem the GH, Birdie the JRT, Osorno the chocolate lab, and Shelby the shepherd mix. Missing Clarice (1991-2007) and Lily (2004-2012), always in our hearts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 What a handsome devil he was! I, too, love the picture of him in the pot. I'm sorry he's gone and for your loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamaha_gurl Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm so sorry to hear about Sir Alix, what a great life he lived! Quote Greyhound Collars : www.collartown.ca Maggie (the human servant), with Miss Bella, racing name "A Star Blackieto" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyGreys Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm so very sorry. Sir Alix stew made a wonderful photo. Godspeed Sir Alix. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patsy Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Fly healthy to the Bridge, Sir Alix. It's obvious from your memorial you were a dearly loved critter. I agree with everyone--the stew pot shot is a classic. Quote Patsy and DH with the Humane Society specials, Linus & Jazz, in North Dakota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabrina Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Sir Alix sorry that you have flown the pot Quote Caroline, Mom to Daphne (49B-50215) and Penny (41D-55779)Remembering Bridge Angels Margo and Sabrina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4greyhounds Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I am sorry! Quote Darlene Mom to: Aladdin, Sophie ,Pongo, Jasmine, Relic Forever in our Hearts Champ at the Rainbow Bridge. Let a greyhound race into your heart Adopt Bay Area Greyhound Adoptions INC. Naples/ Fort Myers Chapter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Remolacha Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I am so sorry, he was a very handsome bird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest greytbookert Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm sorry! He certainly had quite the personality! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robinw Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 I'm so sorry for the loss of your very special guy Quote Xavi the galgo and Peter the cat. Missing Iker the galgo ?-Feb.9/19, Treasure (USS Treasure) April 12/01-May 6/13, Phoenix (Hallo Top Son) Dec.14/99-June 4/11 and Loca (Reko Swahili) Oct.9/95 - June 1/09, Allen the boss cat, died late November, 2021, age 19. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mychip1 Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Wow...he was beautiful. I'm so sorry for your loss.....It looks like he had one of those special personalities - where the joy and laughter that he brought will stay with you forever. May those thoughts bring you comfort in this difficult time. Quote Robin, EZ (Tribal Track), JJ (What a Story), Dustin (E's Full House) and our beautiful Jack (Mana Black Jack) and Lily (Chip's Little Miss Lily) both at the BridgeThe WFUBCC honors our beautiful friends at the bridge. Godspeed sweet angels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest boondog Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 I'm so sorry. I hope you can find peace in the wonderful memories you have. That pot picture is priceless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyB Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 I'm so sorry. Quote Nancy with Rocket, Umeko and Sasha Missing Albi, Kassie, Ramm, Ruby, my good boy Marvin and Mickey (BT) NANCY B'S COLLARS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 I'm so sorry for the loss of your handsome friend. Godspeed, Sir Alix. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Greyhoundbaby Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 What a handsome man - I'm so sorry for your loss... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted July 20, 2011 Share Posted July 20, 2011 Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mom2Shiloh Posted July 21, 2011 Share Posted July 21, 2011 Aww I am so sorry... I had a Bantam Rooster named Sir Percules when I was a little girl (3rd grade), he travelled (in the car) with us when we moved up to Michigan from rural Georgia. I've always had a very soft spot for chickens. Those who say they don't have personalities have never interacted with them. The pot shot was truly a gem. Farewell, Sir Alix -- you were a very special gentleman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FullMetalFrank Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 What a handsome little guy... I am sorry for your loss. Godspeed, Sir Alix... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cacky Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 So sorry for your loss. Awesome pics your little fella as posted before me the one in the pot is priceless. Huge hugs from Boston; run free buddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobinM Posted July 22, 2011 Share Posted July 22, 2011 What a character he was! Sweet looking friend. I am so sorry for your loss. Quote ROBIN ~ Mom to: Beau Think It Aint, Chloe JC Allthewayhome, Teddy ICU Drunk Sailor, Elsie N Fracine , Ollie RG's Travertine, Ponch A's Jupiter~ Yoshi, Zoobie & Belle, the kitties. Waiting at the bridge Angel Polli Bohemian Ocean , Rocky, Blue,Sasha & Zoobie & Bobbi Greyhound Angels Adoption (GAA) The Lexus Project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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