Posts by ChickenThug

Ok guys, Haven't found much info about this particular cross breed here or anywhere else for that matter. If anyone has info on these birds please post. I have 12 right now at 11 days old and I'm keepin' tabs on em as far as age, size...

thanks for the ideas. Got 6 lil ones that are about 3 weeks right now and another 12 that are hittin up around the 6-7 week mark and they're all still a lil skiddish. I handled the older ones as chicks and even now hopefully they'll calm...

My thoughts were that they grow SO fast from birth to 4-5 weeks that a lil extra protein would help them to not have any muscle issues. Also I thought about mixin the 24% and 18% i have to reach that 20& level that's mostly...

Hey guys need input. Was thinkin bout startin my new chicks out on a 24% protein game bird chick starter and then changin it to a regular 18-20% protein crumble. Will this have any adverse affects in the chicks or is that perfectly fine?

It could be a possibility. I've looked at some online but haven't ever had any. So I know it ain't much help but. As I would always say "GOOGLE IT!" Hope you find out soon.

Defintely NOT leghorn, Cornish meaties. But just think couple more months then ya got a nice chicken dinner. Hope all turns out well for ya.

Thanks Alot Y'all. This helps alot!! I have some meaties and they're startin to get a little bigger and was wanderin when a good time to butcher would be...... Just got a few more weeks !

Very Nice. I was thinkin about usin a completely covered dog kennel as a coop and then buildin a run onto it later on. It'll take a lil time, they're still kinda small. But that's alright just gives my time Hope all goes well with y'alls.

Been lookin at a good hatchery to get a few RI and NHR's from. Does Meyer have a good quality and have any of y'all had any problems with them? I was also thinkin distance I live in Arkansas and there's no "hop, skip and a...

Quote:Originally Posted by mammat Heres my brooder. Dosent need electric:D She cost $2.00http://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/26453_buffy_chicks.jpgVery nice and inexpensive brooder y got there.