Ideal Poultry rocks! They're only an hour away from me, and I've made the trip many times to pick up both chicks (of many breeds) and ducklings. I've never had problems. And while I'm sure I must have lost a chick or two shortly after my purchases, I really can't recall losing a single one. I've always been impressed with their people, and I'm now hatching eggs from their "Production White" hens (hardy birds that lay enormous white eggs). As a matter of fact, the only reason I saw this thread is because I want to buy one of thier Production White roosters (my rooster is from brown laying stock).
Anyway, my experience with Ideal has been nothing but excellent.
Anyway, my experience with Ideal has been nothing but excellent.