2 hour car ride with baby chicks

[chickmama320]

So when I got my chickies yesterday I forgot that I am going 2 hours away to my parent's and won't be back till Thursday. So I figure that they need to come with me. Will they be okay for the trip? Should I take their water out while in the car? I don't want it to spill and wet their bedding.

 

[fshinggrl]

If you have a brooder set up, and the temperatures are stable, I would just leave them home. Perhaps have a neighbor peek in on them if you are worried. Depending on how many chicks you got, water/food should last until you get home. The stress of the travel would be good to avoid, especially if they are 'day olds.' Good luck!

 

[chickmama320]

I have 5. The hen's are abou 5 days old. The roo is a little bit older... taller and has more feathers on his wings. I got them the plastic waterer and feeders that are the plastic container with plastic base. 1/2 liter maybe. I was just worried since I won't be able to change/clean the water. I'd rather not bring them if they will be safe at home.

 

[fshinggrl]

Honestly, I would totally leave them home to avoid stress. I have 4 - 2 week old chicks and I fill up their water every 3-4 days.. they just don't drink all that much. Food is the same way. As long as your temperature is stable and there is no worry of water being knocked over, leave them home.

 

[JodyJo]

I bought mine, a 5 hour drive home....I had water and kept the heat in the car high to keep them warm, they did great...but if you can leave them home, do so...it's too stressful for them.