I totally agree. At least my feed store stands behind what they sell. I know they order them from breeders, but I like to see my chicks and choose the ones I want. Also they guarantee a 99% pullet rate if you so choose to have all hens. I ended up with 1 roo for 15 chicks. Not bad. I wanted a...
I'm glad so many have had good luck with hatcheries, but I would rather support my local business. And most of all, I don't want to open a box & find dead chicks. To each its own.
Definitely FEED STORE. First, they'll stand behind what they sell. Second, they're local and you can deal with them face to face. 3rd, I don't know about yours, but mine can order specific breeds if you want, but most of all you can personally deal with them. If you order chicks by mail, what do...