5 to 6 week old chick living inside still

[Paddygoesracing]

I spare chickens with my mother in law . See has a 5 to 6 week old chick living inside still. I don't think this is right or any good for the chick . Is it time to put the chick outside veiw please

 

[rachlore]

This website has a special section on that.

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[LaynaDon95]

Paddy:

and, this response is a little late it seems, but depending on the weather, it it perfectly acceptable to move them outside at that age. As long as they have a secure, predator proof place, away from older hens that they can stay, they will be fine.

 

[MamaMarcy]

Welcome to BYC!

As long as it's warm enough and the chick has some feathers it should be okay. If it's chilly out still you may need a heat lamp (in or outdoors).

 

[MamaMarcy]

And you posted in the correct area...

(raising baby chicks)

 

[Mskayladog]

Welcome BYC

Lordy lol I often misspell words when typing. I'm not the best typer and I don't proof read before hitting submit! It doesn't help that often I have a cat in my lap supporting my iPad and a dog on one side trying to sniff the cat and they are both jiggling the iPad.