We just love these little bantams, Sablepoots are such pretty little birds with gorgeous feathering along their legs and feet that make them look like they are wearing booties! They have lovely natures and come in many colours. See our Bantam Sablepoot colours and pictures below.
Very Feathery Feet
Visible Combe and Wattles
4 Toes
True Bantam
Fanned Tails
The Booted Bantam or Sablepoot Bantam is a wonderful small bantam chicken. They have a lovely temperament which make them great pets for children. Although not as robust as a Silkie or a Pekin hen when being handled, they are sturdy and a fairly hardy little bird. They are inquisitive and fun but can be a little shy of big groups or people they do not know. They are easy to tame and once tame they will be part of the family and will love cuddles and fuss. They are very calm and laid back, they are the most easy-going of birds much like the big friendly Cochins and will be happy chickening about with you in your garden and they won’t ruin your lawn or flower beds.
Sablepoot Chickens or Booted Bantams as they are also known originated in the Netherlands. There is evidence documented that the Booted Bantam was being bread in the Netherlands as far back as the 16th century, making the Sablepoot Bantam one of the oldest breeds in Europe. They are named Booted Bantam due to their heavy leg and feet feathering which gives the illusion their wearing trousers and booties. They are now bread in the UK mainly for showing and pets, although pretty good layers they are not a utility bird. They can be found in over 11 different colour variations including lemon millefleur and lavender!