I just wanted to post an update to let you know that both sets of chicks did fantastic! They integrated fairly quickly with minimal pecking, and they are LOVING the outdoors and being in their coop!! Thanks so much for your thoughtful advice and patience! I can imagine it's very frustrating...
THANK YOU for your quick and thoughtful response!! I understand all that you are saying and will check out your links and the heating pad link. We do have the coop basically ready except for a feeding and watering system that he wanted to complete before the chicks went in there. Also, we're in...
Hi everyone! I'm brand new to this group and to raising backyard chickens, but I'm very excited! I know only what I have read here in the last several weeks and what I have learned from friends with chickens, so I truly appreciate any information, suggestions or corrections you have to offer. I...