I am new at this raising baby chicks. Our temps are still pretty cool 20-30 degrees at night , so thought it best to keep them in and monitor there heat source. So far so good except for the dust.
You know... I think that is what I'm going to do. I'll have to cat proof the brooder. I'm using a 50 gallon galv. water trough for a brooder . I think they'll be good . They are 3 weeks old and feathering out well. Thanks for your advise...!!! Al
Hi we have 7 beautiful and healthy chicks 3and 2 weeks old. Do to circumstances we are forced to brood our chicks in the house (small I might add) dander is starting to be an issue. I have covered 2/3 of the brooder with card board , and the other 1/3 with cheese cloth to try and control the air...