FAQs
When can I put my baby chicks outside in the coop with my other chickens?
Generally, it is good practice to wait until your chicks are 3/4 the size of your adult chickens, which is when they are about 3 months old.
How do I introduce my new chicks to my older chickens?
If you would like to introduce them sooner, you can start putting your chicks out where all of your chickens can see each other without really interacting. Over time they will start to recognize each other and there will be far less fighting by the time the chicks are added to the coop.
Which chicken is the best egg layer?
I answer this question in my blog post!
My baby chick is lethargic. What do I do?
Your first step should be to isolate the chick. Take a syringe and “bottle feed” the chick a small amount of raw egg yolk. Don’t over feed or choke the poor baby. Make sure it is comfortable and warm, feeding it occasionally. Keep an eye on it and when it starts moving and eating on it’s own it can be reintroduced to the other chicks.
What percentage of protein is best for my chickens?
Layer: 18-20%
Layer/Rooster Mix: 18-20%
Chicks: 20-22%
What bedding should I use for my chickens?
Most beddings are perfectly fine for your chickens, depending on what your cleaning goals are.
DO NOT USE: Corn cob bedding
Frequent cleaning: Coffee Ground
Occasional cleaning: Pine shavings, Hemp, Pelletized
Personal preference: Sand (in the run only), Cedar (in addition to pine shavings or pellets)
Do I need a rooster for my hens to lay eggs?
Nope!
When will my chickens start laying?
Most chicken breeds will begin laying between 4-6 months old.