Also, i dissagree with the people saying get 3 month old pullets IF you intend them as pets... Much better bond in they've known you since day 1 or 2 of their life
Dont over complicate things... They are chickens, they need 3 things... Food, water, shelter ... For the first 2 or 3 weeks they can be in a box or rabbit hutch till they grow feathers.. Then they need a small shack, it doesnt need to be fancy... It needs to make them feel safe... Food and water...
Online hatcherys dont always require 15 chicks... Thats to keep them warm during winter shipping.. Most hatcherys like meyers as of march have their summer conditions of 3 minimum