Mrs. K :
Instead of getting chicks, think about getting a point of lay hens. They are bigger, and will become a flock quicker. Chickens will not remember other chickens for any great time period. So getting what you had before is not an advantage, unless it is a kind you like.
Mixing a hen and...
Sandy, that's my thought too. Perhaps by the time the new girls will be ready to join, she will welcome the company. I'll keep you updated
AND, I agree it's very helpful to know that others love these birds too. I was at work and would just break down. And still today when I open the fridge...
I am so sorry for your losses
We too lost 2 out of our flock of 3 one week ago today actually. I do have a duck as well, so I brought her and the lone chicken into the house so I could treat the duck and the hen wouldn't be alone. My children and I were so attached to the buggers that we were...