Bruins
In the Brooder
I am planning on picking out my chicks next month from the local feed and supply store . I want to get some buff , light & dark brahma ,
Is there anything particular that I should be looking for when looking at the chicks?
I guess at a few days old there will be no way to know the sex of the chicks . I only want 5 adults in the end and the store requires a minimum purchase of 5 , once you buy five you can pick up any number at a later date ( different colors come in on different days ) .
They said it is a 90% chance of getting pullets , so realistically how many should I buy? I was thinking of 3 light and 2 buff then going back for 2 dark . Or should I just get 3 of each color just to be on the safe side .
I know I will have to re-home any roosters so I don't want to buy a large quantity just to give them away .
I am trying to think of everything and plan so I will be prepared .
Is there anything particular that I should be looking for when looking at the chicks?
I guess at a few days old there will be no way to know the sex of the chicks . I only want 5 adults in the end and the store requires a minimum purchase of 5 , once you buy five you can pick up any number at a later date ( different colors come in on different days ) .
They said it is a 90% chance of getting pullets , so realistically how many should I buy? I was thinking of 3 light and 2 buff then going back for 2 dark . Or should I just get 3 of each color just to be on the safe side .
I know I will have to re-home any roosters so I don't want to buy a large quantity just to give them away .
I am trying to think of everything and plan so I will be prepared .