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    Integrating young chickens with older ones

    My existing flock of 8 chickens are 11 weeks old, and I’m getting ready to release my last 3, which are 6 weeks old, into the existing flock. The two groups have been “introduced”, having spent time “socializing” via a fence. The younger ones are most anxious to get out and stretch their wings...
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    Ended Funny Chicken Name Contest - Win 60 lbs of Grubbly Layer Feed From GrubblyFarms

    My Black Polish is named “Ursula”❤️
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    Determining gender of True Blue Whitings?

    I have two (2) True Blue Whitings that are 8 weeks old. I am beginning to think one is a rooster, because its tail is raised (in comparison to the other, whose tail protrudes outward to the back). Also, there are more neck feathers on the suspected male. Are these official gender “markers”...
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    Chick Feed

    How long should I keep feeding my chicks medicated chick feed? They are currently 7 weeks old, and have transitioned to their outside coop/run... Thank you
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    Chick Feed & Dirt Baths

    At what age should I begin transitioning my chicks from medicated chick feed to a regular protein-rich feed (for great eggs)? And, what feed choice is recommended? Also, what is a recommended “recipe” for a dirt bath mix?
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    First time staying outside overnight!

    My 8 chicks are 6 weeks old, and I’m wondering if they can finally stay outside, overnight, in their coop? The temperature today (Maryland) is 80 degrees, and the low for the night will be 60 degrees..... My follow-up question is, when I do transition them to the outdoors, must I close the...
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    Chicks Outside?

    My 8 little chicks are 5 weeks old, and I have begun to transition them outdoors for several hours at a time, on warmer days. Today’s temps are in the mid-60s (63-66), and I’m wondering if it’s too cold?
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    First Time Outside

    I’m transitioning my chicks outdoors for a few hours at a time... Do I need to provide grit/oyster shell along with their medicated feed if they’re eating grass, bugs, etc.?
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    Raising Chicks

    Can I introduce my 4-week old chicks to their outdoor coop/run for a couple of hours on a warm day (88 degrees)?
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    Baby Chicks

    Should I put electrolytes or apple cider vinegar (or any other nutrients) in my baby chicks’ water?
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