- Mar 26, 2012
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I've got four 4 wk old chicks and two 6 wk old chicks that I just got from the breeder- she had them outside in her shed and mentioned that she didn't use a light- but i can't remember if she was talking about for older birds or not. I have them outside in an enclosed 3-4' wood box/coop. There is no opening or draft in there, except for an area on the top for some ventilation. I've put 8 inches of hay and shavings under them and around them, but it's getting as low as 26 degrees at night. They have managed the past few nights, but I'm totally second guessing the whole arrangement. I should probably at least have a heat lamp out there for them, shouldn't I? Should I bring them inside for the night? I would hate for something to happen to them.
They are huddled up and feel warm to the touch... (it's my first time with chicks this young, so forgive me if I'm completely wrong)
They are huddled up and feel warm to the touch... (it's my first time with chicks this young, so forgive me if I'm completely wrong)