Adding chicks.

[Will230145]

I have 4 Oegb day old chicks, just hatched last night. 14, week old large fowl. Should I brood them separate or combine them in another week or so?

 

[Mikaela2016]

I would keep separate for now. You can try to mix them but if they start getting trampled you can remove them

 

[happybooker1]

I had 15 week-old bantam chicks from Ideal, then I hatched out 6 (surviving) large size chicks that I added to the brooder. I checked frequently but all the chicks seem to be doing fine together. They've been together another week so far.

 

[rosemarythyme]

I'd consider separating the younger ones for at least the first few days, but in line of sight of the older ones, then once the younger ones are a little more steady and eating and drinking without issue, try letting them mingle with supervision. Should be ok as they're close in age.