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They only thing is with most other hatchery's right now they want to order a minimum of 15 or 25 chicks. I'm only looking for 6 right now.

I'm looking to order 6 Dominique chicks from a hatchery called Chickensforbackyard.com. Looks like they are reliable but was hoping for any feedback. Also, I live in Pennsylvania and the chicks would be shipped from Texas. Is this a problem. Thanks.

Awesome. Thanks for the tips! How big do you suggest I make my nesting boxes?

I plan to get a rooster in the next couple of weeks. The hen is mature but not sure exactly how old she is but the chicks haven't hatched yet. We moved into a new house a couple of years ago and I've wanted to get chickens ever since so this was the kick in the butt that I needed.

So, a friend of mine is giving me a mama and her chicks this week. I have some questions about this. One, do I need a brooder since I will have mama? Second, will they be alright in the coop with mom or should I leave them someplace else? I'm just starting my internet browsing on this and I have...