It is always a risk to order chicks by mail. I recommend Meyer and also you should contact your local post office and let them know that they should be expecting chicks when the time comes. Also be sure your brooder is set up prior to there arrival. Pro biotic and electrolyte solutions can also...
Wow sorry you lost so many. The hatchery should reimburse you for that much of a loss. That is way more than what would be deemed normal....plus it is sad and disappointing
It will be tough to get someone who would guarantee 100%survival especially since the day old chicks are mailed. I ordered from Meyer and had very good luck.
Thank you to all that have participated in this discussion so far!!! As unanimously requested, some better pictures (the best my phone can take) of the EE in question.....Please confirm your thoughts on the sex of this bird!!!
Is my 7 week old easter egger a hen or rooster? There is not much comb development and no spurs... . This chicken is more aggressive than the others, however, that is not clear indication of sex. Please help me figure this out, there is so much diversity among this breed....