This exact thing just happened to me! I heard very loud chirping and the mama bird was clucking and walking in circles with four of her five babies surrounding her. I saw right away that one was missing and started to panic, looking in piles of pine shavings. And then I saw it! The tiny baby...
I am receiving a 2-week old chicken today from someone looking for a home for her. I have never raised chickens before but am excited to learn and and then possibly add about 4-5 more chickens to keep as pets and for eggs. I have five kids at home all happy to help too! Any advice would be...