Hi,
I bought 5 easter egger chicks when I first decided to become a chicken farmer. They are grown now, about 6 months old. Now I would love to own a Silkie. What are the dangers (if any) of introducing a new chicken? Should I get a chick or an adult? Should I get 2 so they have eachother? All my 5 EE's get along so well, I don't want to stir the pot. What do you think?
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