My chickens were 8 wks when I got them last year. They have been free-ranging ever since. My outside cat who is the best mouser ever, has never looked twice at the chickens. The chickens are not worried about her either.
I rinse mine in warm water just before I use them. If they have a lot of debris on them, I'll gently wipe them off (with my fingers or a hand towel) before putting them in the fridge.
This is a good site with alot of nice people and a wealth of information. Don't let one bad experience...
Hello Fellow South Carolinians!
I've been a part of BYC for just a short time, and am now addicted. I've been so wrapped up in the other topics that I just noticed this one! What a great idea!
I look forward to getting to know everyone, trading stories, and having people to talk "chicken"...