Questions to ask before buying chicks

albertagirl1 · Mar 9, 2017

Hi guys! So I've never bought chicks before- this will be our first year raising chickens. I've got a few lined up to pick up this weekend and have been thinking- maybe I'm missing some info? I have an extensive background with dogs and know all about what to ask and look for in a breeder/rescue and to beware of internet scams or puppy mills. Is there any similar concerns with buying chickens? I'm just looking for pets/laying birds so not concerned if they are show worthy but I'm planning on meeting one breeder on the side of a highway to pick up my polish chicks (meeting halfway between our places)... is there anything particular I need to ask or red flags I need to be aware of when buying chicks?

snow5164 · Mar 9, 2017

Well,as you know by meeting on the highway you loose the ability to see the parents , I like to see where they were raised .
That being said I too have bought in parking lots

, Pick up each one , check their butts, look for clean healthy skin, clear eyes.if ones smaller don't except it, it may not thrive.

I'd ask :
1.What are you feeding them , I ask for some of that feed to mix in with the new feed( just like dogs )
2. What kind of heat are they under
3.can I call you with questions, a real breeder will make the time for you
4.which breeds do you have? For future buys

You'll know just like a puppy mill owner by the eye contact and answers you get if they are legitimate.

albertagirl1 · Mar 9, 2017

Awesome ideas, thanks for the reply. I'll send an email to ask those questions ahead of time so I'm prepared and I'll admit I probably wouldn't have thought to check their bums. Thanks again!

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