So these are two of our 5 chickens; they were all born the same day (4/8) and should all be NH Reds. The size difference confuses me but the other three are at various stages as well; just kind of funny to see the difference. I am assuming this is normal right? She is healthy and happy and...
I got five NH reds, they were born two weeks ago tomorrow. I have one who is half the size on the rest; the flock protects her and she is a healthy happy chick (it seems). I am wondering if they sent me a RI Red instead or if this is a normal occurrence.
Any advice would be lovely!
It's the...
So my chicks left M.O. on Wednesday, the weather has been really rough through the area they are traveling on their way to Rhode Island. I am so nervous about their condition!! They should be here today, I have the brooder set and will be taking off from work as soon as they arrive at the Post...
Ok So i have been wanting chicks for forever and I think I got this somewhat down, now I know most of these can change depending on the chicks themselves but this is what we have:
Brooder:
96 quart clear tote (or the biggest clear tote we can find)
red heat lamp
water & food tray
medicated...
I ordered my small batch of New Hampshire Reds yesterday, I am so very excited to find out when they will come in. We are getting the brooder stuff this weekend and will have everything ready to go when they arrive. Oddly my children (14 & 20) are not really supporting this idea but I think...